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

The cheapest way to get from Barry to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barry to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barry and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Barry to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Barry Civic Offices 2 and arriving at Lidl via Sophia Gardens, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Barry and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Barry to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Barry and arriving at Barnstaple via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Barry to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Barry and Ilfracombe is 175 miles. The road distance is 133.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barry to Ilfracombe without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 57m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Barry to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barry to Ilfracombe bus from?

Barry to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Barry to Ilfracombe train from?

Barry to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Barry to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Barry to Ilfracombe is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 57m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Barry to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Barry to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barry to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Barry to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Barry to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Barry to Ilfracombe is 134 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Barry to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2027+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 57m
£67–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105 / ...
8h 5m
£31–71
Drive 132.8 mi
1. Drive from Barry to Ilfracombecar 132.8 mi
3h 8m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 54m
£72–139

Barry to Ilfracombe by train and bus

116Weekly Services

5h 57mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.2 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Barry to Lidl via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barry Civic Offices 2 to Lidl via Ninian Park PH, Sophia Gardens, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 5m.

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