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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Cardiff and Ilfracombe is 167 miles. The road distance is 125.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 9m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Cardiff to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ilfracombe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ilfracombe is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs £29 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ilfracombe is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Cardiff to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2027+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wilder Road Car Parkbus 21B
5h 9m
£64–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
6h 25m
£29–69
Drive 124.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ilfracombecar 124.4 mi
2h 51m
£31–44
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 / ...
5h 28m
£71–134

Cardiff to Ilfracombe by train and bus

116Weekly Services

5h 9mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.8 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lidl via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Central to Lidl via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 28m.

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