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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 13h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 5h 37m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Lidl via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Barnstaple via Manchester Piccadilly and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Blackpool and Ilfracombe is 368 miles. The road distance is 293.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ilfracombe without a car is to bus via Manchester which takes 12h 15m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 8h 43m to get from Blackpool to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ilfracombe bus from?

Blackpool to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Ilfracombe train from?

Blackpool to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ilfracombe is to bus via Manchester which takes 12h 15m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £130 - £230 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Blackpool to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Blackpool to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Blackpool to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Ilfracombe is 294 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Blackpool to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1971+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Blackpool to Ilfracombe - 8 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Blackpool to Ilfracombe by train, car, bus, or plane

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Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Bridgendtrain
3. Drive from Bridgend to Ilfracombecar
8h 43m
£99–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk026
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
13h 24m
£47–78
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
12h 15m
£52–90
Drive 292 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Ilfracombecar 292 mi
5h 37m
£74–107
Train to Liverpool, fly, drive
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
3. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Ilfracombecar
14h 6m
£114–239
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 40m
£134–222
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
10h 17m
£129–218
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, drive
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
3. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Ilfracombecar
9h 40m
£114–225

Blackpool to Ilfracombe by bus

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Distance: 366 mi
Duration: 8h 43m

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

You can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Lidl via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 12h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Blackpool North to Lidl via Manchester Piccadilly, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 9h 40m.

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