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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Barnstaple via Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Bournemouth and Ilfracombe is 209 miles. The road distance is 121.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Bournemouth to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Ilfracombe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Ilfracombe train from?

Bournemouth to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Bournemouth to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Ilfracombe is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Bournemouth to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2035+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 12m
£82–169
Drive 121 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to Ilfracombecar 121 mi
2h 52m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6. Take the bus from Rail Station to Lidlbus 21B
7h 35m
£49–101
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 35m
£55–137

Bournemouth to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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7h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.9 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Wilder Road Car Park via Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 8h 35m.

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