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 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 32m.

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 32m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Southampton to Ilminster, including transfers.

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.

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?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Ilminster.

Southampton to Ilminster - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 30 bus

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

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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 32m
£50–91
Drive 79.1 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Ilminstercar 79.1 mi
1h 41m
£20–28
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
£46–88

Southampton to Ilminster by train and bus

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.4 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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 32m.

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