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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe is to bus via Bristol which costs £35 - £60 and takes 11h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Memorial Roundabout and arriving at Lidl via Old Steine, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Barnstaple via Victoria station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Eastbourne and Ilfracombe is 297 miles. The road distance is 225.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Ilfracombe bus from?

Eastbourne to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Ilfracombe train from?

Eastbourne to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h 30m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 10h 28m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Eastbourne to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Ilfracombe is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1989+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Eastbourne to Ilfracombe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Eastbourne to Ilfracombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 30m
£123–219
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
11h 51m
£35–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
10h 28m
£46–78
Drive 224.3 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Ilfracombecar 224.3 mi
4h 50m
£55–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 13m
£123–286

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT) flights

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Distance: 295.3 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Wilder Road Car Park via London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Opposite Station Entrance, and Bus Station in around 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Memorial Roundabout to Lidl via Old Steine, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 28m.

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