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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 5h 40m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Lidl via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Colchester to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Colchester and Ilfracombe is 283 miles. The road distance is 256.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Colchester to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ilfracombe bus from?

Colchester to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Ilfracombe train from?

Colchester to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Colchester to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 14m.

Where does the Colchester to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Colchester to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Ilfracombe is 257 miles. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Colchester to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2019+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Colchester to Ilfracombe - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Colchester to Ilfracombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 52m
£122–242
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
10h 14m
£53–140
Drive 255.3 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Ilfracombecar 255.3 mi
5h 40m
£63–91
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, drive
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
3. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Ilfracombecar
13h 23m
£86–265
Train via London
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 22m
£112–260
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
3. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Ilfracombecar
9h 48m
£324–1,093
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
10h 22m
£102–272

Colchester to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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6h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 281.2 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Wilder Road Car Park via Stratford, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Lidl via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 14m.

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