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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgend to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Sarn Odeon and arriving at Lidl via Sophia Gardens, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Barnstaple via Cardiff Central and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Bridgend to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Bridgend and Ilfracombe is 188 miles. The road distance is 140.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 7m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Bridgend to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Ilfracombe bus from?

Bridgend to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Ilfracombe train from?

Bridgend to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Bridgend to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Ilfracombe is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 7h.

Where does the Bridgend to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bridgend to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Bridgend to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Bridgend to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Ilfracombe is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Bridgend to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2010+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Lidlbus 21B
6h 7m
£71–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
6h 55m
£25–44
Drive 139.7 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend to Ilfracombecar 139.7 mi
3h 5m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h
£70–139

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Distance: 187.3 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Ilfracombe, England?

You can take a bus from Sarn Odeon to Lidl via Sophia Gardens, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bridgend to Lidl via Cardiff Central, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h.

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