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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Ilminster is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Ilminster is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from WestQuay and arriving at Market House via New Canal and Memorial Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Ilminster?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Ilminster. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Crewkerne via Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Southampton to Ilminster?

The distance between Southampton and Ilminster is 81 miles. The road distance is 79.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Ilminster without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Southampton to Ilminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ilminster bus from?

Southampton to Ilminster bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from WestQuay station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ilminster train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Ilminster?

The best way to get from Southampton to Ilminster is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Southampton to Ilminster bus arrive?

Southampton to Ilminster bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at New Canal station.

Where does the Southampton to Ilminster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Ilminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Ilminster is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Southampton to Ilminster.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Ilminster?

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Where can I stay near Ilminster?

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Southampton to Ilminster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Salisburytrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Crewkernetrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2h 37m
£69–116
Drive 79.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Ilminstercar 79.1 mi
1h 41m
£20–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from WestQuay to New Canalbus X7 / ...
2. Take the bus from New Canal to Memorial Hallbus 25
3. Take the bus from Memorial Hall to Market Housebus Sf2
5h 33m
Train, line 30 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Market Housebus 30
3h 43m
£44–86

Southampton to Ilminster by train and bus

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.4 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Ilminster via Salisbury and Crewkerne in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from WestQuay to Market House via New Canal and Memorial Hall in around 5h 33m.

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