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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Dorchester and Ilfracombe is 144 miles. The road distance is 94.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 35m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Dorchester to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Ilfracombe bus from?

Dorchester to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Top O Town station.

Where does the Dorchester to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Dorchester to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Ilfracombe is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Dorchester to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2027+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary 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 35m
£60–116
Drive 93.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Ilfracombecar 93.8 mi
2h 15m
£23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 17m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Top O Town to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
6. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lidlbus 21B
8h 8m

Dorchester to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Ilfracombe, England?

You can take a bus from Top O Town to Lidl via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 8m.

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