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 £55 - £120 and takes 13h 13m.

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 18m.

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 Preston, Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Blackpool and Ilfracombe is 340 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 train via Birmingham which takes 9h 27m and costs £150 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 9h 27m 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 Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Ilfracombe is to train via Birmingham which takes 9h 27m and costs £150 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 12h 18m.

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 Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street 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 2042+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Blackpool to Ilfracombe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Blackpool to Ilfracombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
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
9h 27m
£150–241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk026
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Road to Bus Stationbus 105
13h 13m
£55–118
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 18m
£62–151
Drive 292 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Ilfracombecar 292 mi
5h 37m
£72–103
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 45m
£120–234
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 37m
£168–264

Blackpool to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 337.6 mi
Duration: 9h 27m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Wilder Road Car Park via Preston, Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 9h 27m. Alternatively, 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 18m.

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