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

The cheapest way to get from Farnham to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Farnham to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Farnham and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Farnham to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Sports Centre and arriving at Lidl via Guildford station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Farnham and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Farnham to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Farnham and arriving at Barnstaple via Ash, Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Farnham to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Farnham and Ilfracombe is 216 miles. The road distance is 165.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Farnham to Ilfracombe without a car is to train via Reading which takes 6h 30m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Farnham to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Farnham to Ilfracombe bus from?

Farnham to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Farnham to Ilfracombe train from?

Farnham to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Farnham to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Farnham to Ilfracombe is to train via Reading which takes 6h 30m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Farnham to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Farnham to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Farnham to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Farnham to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Farnham to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Farnham to Ilfracombe is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Farnham to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2043+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 30m
£89–181
Drive 164.5 mi
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1. Drive from Farnham to Ilfracombecar 164.5 mi
3h 28m
£41–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 18m
Train
1. Take the train from Woking to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h 14m
£85–192

Farnham to Ilfracombe by train and bus

116Weekly Services

6h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.1 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Farnham, Surrey, England and Ilfracombe, England?

You can take a train from Farnham to Wilder Road Car Park via Ash, Reading, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sports Centre to Lidl via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 18m.

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