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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Ilfracombe is to line 21 bus and bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Bideford Quay and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Bideford to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Bideford and Ilfracombe is 28 miles. The road distance is 19.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Ilfracombe without a car is to bus which takes 1h 32m and costs £4 - £8.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Bideford to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Ilfracombe bus from?

Bideford to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bideford Quay station.

Where does the Bideford to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Bideford to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bideford to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Ilfracombe is 20 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Bideford to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1985+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Bideford to Ilfracombe - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and line 21 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bideford to Ilfracombe by bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Bideford Quay to Bus Stationbus 5B / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lidlbus 21B
1h 32m
£5–7
Drive 19.6 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Ilfracombecar 19.6 mi
35 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bideford to Ilfracombetaxi 19.6 mi
35 min
£90–110
Line 21 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bideford Quay to Opposite Station Entrancebus 21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Lidlbus 21B
1h 41m
£5–7

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Distance: 27.7 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Lidl via Bus Station in around 1h 32m.

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