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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Barnstaple via Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Basingstoke and Ilfracombe is 206 miles. The road distance is 151.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Ilfracombe bus from?

Basingstoke to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Ilfracombe train from?

Basingstoke to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Basingstoke to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Ilfracombe is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2022+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 21m
£81–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
7h 25m
£36–63
Drive 150.4 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Ilfracombecar 150.4 mi
3h 14m
£38–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Lidlbus 21B
5h 34m
£64–129

Basingstoke to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.1 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Ilfracombe, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Wilder Road Car Park via Reading, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Opposite Station Entrance, and Bus Station in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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