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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Ilfracombe is to bus via Birmingham which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 5h 8m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Lidl via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Barnstaple via Stafford and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Chester to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Chester and Ilfracombe is 292 miles. The road distance is 233.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Chester to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Ilfracombe bus from?

Chester to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Ilfracombe train from?

Chester to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Chester to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the Chester to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Chester to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Chester to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Chester to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Chester to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Ilfracombe is 234 miles. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Chester to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1972+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 56m
£115–190
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
10h 4m
£41–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 830
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
9h 58m
£45–74
Drive 232.6 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Ilfracombecar 232.6 mi
5h 8m
£58–84
Fly to Cardiff Airport, drive
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
2. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Ilfracombecar
13h 10m
£103–214
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Crewe 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
8h 3m
£110–194
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 40m
£113–196
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 50m
£108–260

Chester to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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7h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290.4 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Wilder Road Car Park via Stafford, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Opposite Station Entrance, and Bus Station in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Lidl via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 9h 58m.

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