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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Birmingham and Ilfracombe is 219 miles. The road distance is 177 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £110 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Birmingham to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Ilfracombe bus from?

Birmingham to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Ilfracombe train from?

Birmingham to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £110 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Birmingham to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Birmingham to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Birmingham to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Ilfracombe is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Birmingham to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2031+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 26m
£110–164
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
6h 45m
£38–89
Drive 175.9 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Ilfracombecar 175.9 mi
3h 37m
£43–62

Birmingham to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 217.4 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Wilder Road Car Park via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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