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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Lidl via Guildford station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Alton to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Alton and Ilfracombe is 197 miles. The road distance is 157.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Alton to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Ilfracombe bus from?

Alton to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Alton to Ilfracombe train from?

Alton to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Alton to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Alton to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Alton to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Alton to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Alton to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Alton to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Alton to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Ilfracombe is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Alton to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2030+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Alton to Ilfracombe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 13 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h 11m
£72–162
Drive 156.4 mi
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1. Drive from Alton to Ilfracombecar 156.4 mi
3h 22m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 44m
Line 13 bus, line 32 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newbury Wharfbus 32
3. Take the train from Newbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Lidlbus 21B
7h 50m
£74–146

Alton to Ilfracombe by bus, foot, and train

103Weekly Services

7h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

What companies run services between Alton, Hampshire, England and Ilfracombe, England?

You can take a bus from Church Street to Lidl via Bus Station, Basingstoke, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Lidl via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 44m.

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