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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £50 - £80 and takes 11h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Barnstaple via London St Pancras Intl, Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Dover to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Dover and Ilfracombe is 309 miles. The road distance is 271.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Ilfracombe without a car is to train via London which takes 7h and costs £130 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Dover to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Ilfracombe bus from?

Dover to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Ilfracombe train from?

Dover to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Dover to Ilfracombe is to train via London which takes 7h and costs £130 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the Dover to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Dover to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dover to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Dover to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Ilfracombe is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Dover to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2034+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Dover to Ilfracombe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Dover to Ilfracombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h
£132–252
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
11h 38m
£51–80
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
10h
£77–130
Drive 269.6 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Ilfracombecar 269.6 mi
5h 6m
£67–97
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 10m
£163–335
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 20m
£120–245

Dover to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 306.9 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Wilder Road Car Park via London St Pancras Intl, Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Lidl via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 11h 38m.

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