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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Ilfracombe is to line 188 bus and line 177 bus and line 84 bus and bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Cornwall and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cornwall to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Shelter and arriving at Lidl via Callywith College Car Park, Westgate Street, Library and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Cornwall and Ilfracombe is 141 miles. The road distance is 77.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 50m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Cornwall to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Ilfracombe bus from?

Cornwall to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Shelter station.

Where does the Cornwall to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Cornwall to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Callywith College Car Park station.

Can I drive from Cornwall to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Ilfracombe is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Cornwall to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2042+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Cornwall to Ilfracombe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 188 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Cornwall to Ilfracombe by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Lidlbus 21B
5h 50m
£57–112
Line 188 bus, line 177 bus, line 84 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shelter to Callywith College Car Parkbus 188 / ...
2. Take the bus from Callywith College Car Park to Westgate Streetbus 177 / ...
3. Take the bus from Westgate Street to Librarybus 84 / ...
4. Take the bus from Library to Bus Stationbus 85 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lidlbus 21B
6h 37m
£12–19
Drive 76.7 mi
1. Drive from Cornwall to Ilfracombecar 76.7 mi
1h 48m
£19–27

Cornwall to Ilfracombe by bus and train

42Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.3 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Shelter to Lidl via Callywith College Car Park, Westgate Street, Library, and Bus Station in around 6h 37m.

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