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

The cheapest way to get from Farnborough to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Farnborough to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Farnborough and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Farnborough station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Frimley station and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Farnborough and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Farnborough to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Farnborough (Main) and arriving at Barnstaple via Basingstoke and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Farnborough to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Farnborough and Ilfracombe is 207 miles. The road distance is 167.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Farnborough to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 34m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Farnborough to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Farnborough to Ilfracombe bus from?

Farnborough to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Farnborough to Ilfracombe train from?

Farnborough to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Farnborough to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Farnborough to Ilfracombe is to bus which takes 7h 22m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £180 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Farnborough to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Farnborough to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Farnborough to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Farnborough to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Farnborough to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Farnborough to Ilfracombe is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Farnborough to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2038+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wilder Road Car Parkbus 21B
5h 34m
£86–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
7h 22m
£39–100
Drive 166.3 mi
1. Drive from Farnborough to Ilfracombecar 166.3 mi
3h 29m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 44m
£75–172

Farnborough to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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5h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.3 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Farnborough (Main) to Lidl via Basingstoke, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 44m.

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