What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Lidl via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Ilfracombe is 343 miles. The road distance is 206.2 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 9h 28m and costs £150 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe?

It takes approximately 9h 28m to get from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe bus from?

Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe train from?

Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 9h 28m and costs £150 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 11h 58m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2043+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 28m
£159–253
Drive 205 mi
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1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Ilfracombecar 205 mi
4h 43m
£50–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
10h 57m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
11h 58m
£61–145

Aberystwyth to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 340.7 mi
Duration: 9h 28m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Ilfracombe, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Wilder Road Car Park via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 9h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Lidl via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 11h 58m.

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