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Compare train and flight for London to Ilminster
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ilminster among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $551.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $577 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Ilminster:
A train is $505 (€415) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Ilminster costing on average $577 (€474).
Other travel options to Ilminster take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 23m.
Flight takes on average 6h 35m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (2h 17m by train vs 2h 58m by car). Tickets start at around $72 (€59) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
London to Ilminster train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ilminster trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:20 AM London | 2h28 | 12:48 PM Ilminster | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book London to Ilminster trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs South Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for South Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from London to Ilminster.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Great Western Railway to find the best option for your trip from London to Ilminster.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Ilminster
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Trains from London to Ilminster run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:40, the last at 21:43. The fastest train covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 1:40 AM |
Last train 9:43 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: South Western Railway, Great Western Railway from London to Ilminster trainsSouth Western Railway, Great Western Railway trains will get you between London and Ilminster from $65 (€53). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London to Ilminster
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ilminster by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilminster, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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