What is the cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Salcombe?

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Salcombe is to bus and line 3 bus which costs £12 - £20 and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilminster to Salcombe?

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Salcombe is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from Orchard Vale and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Blackbrook BP Garage, Royal Parade and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Salcombe?

The distance between Ilminster and Salcombe is 93 miles. The road distance is 76.6 miles.

How do I travel from Ilminster to Salcombe without a car?

The best way to get from Ilminster to Salcombe without a car is to line 30 bus and train and line 164 bus which takes 3h 33m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ilminster to Salcombe?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Ilminster to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Salcombe bus from?

Ilminster to Salcombe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Blackbrook BP Garage station.

Where does the Ilminster to Salcombe bus arrive?

Ilminster to Salcombe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Salcombe is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Ilminster to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1527+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Ilminster to Salcombe - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 30 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilminster to Salcombe by bus, train, or car

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Line 30 bus, train, line 164 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Orchard Vale to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Totnestrain
3. Take the bus from Station Road to Beadon Crossbus 164
3h 33m
Bus, line 3 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Bus Stationbus 3
5h 22m
£12–20
Drive 76.2 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Salcombecar 76.2 mi
1h 28m
£19–28
Line 30 bus, train, line 164 bus via Exeter
1. Take the bus from Market House to Rail Stationbus 30
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
4. Take the bus from Station Road to Shadycombe Roadbus 164
4h 42m

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Distance: 92.4 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Ilminster, England and Salcombe, England?

You can take a bus from Orchard Vale to Shadycombe Road via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Plymouth Coach Station, Royal Parade, and Bus Station in around 5h 22m.

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