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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Ilminster is to bus which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Ilminster is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Market House via Bus Station and Taunton Town Centre Stop I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Taunton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Penzance to Ilminster?

The distance between Penzance and Ilminster is 177 miles. The road distance is 143.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Ilminster without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Penzance to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Ilminster bus from?

Penzance to Ilminster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Ilminster train from?

Penzance to Ilminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.

Train or bus from Penzance to Ilminster?

The best way to get from Penzance to Ilminster is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Penzance to Ilminster bus arrive?

Penzance to Ilminster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Penzance to Ilminster train arrive?

Penzance to Ilminster train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Taunton station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Ilminster is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Penzance to Ilminster.

Where can I stay near Ilminster?

There are 1553+ hotels available in Ilminster.

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There are 3 ways to get from Penzance to Ilminster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Tauntontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
4h 29m
£71–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 805
6h 45m
£25–48
Drive 142.5 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Ilminstercar 142.5 mi
2h 36m
£36–51

Penzance to Ilminster by train and bus

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Distance: 175.5 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Penzance to Taunton every 2 hours. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 3h 23m. Cross Country also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Market House via Bus Station, County Hall, and Taunton Town Centre Stop I in around 6h 45m.

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