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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 12h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Barnstaple via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Folkestone and Ilfracombe is 299 miles. The road distance is 263.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Ilfracombe without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 55m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Folkestone to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Ilfracombe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Ilfracombe train from?

Folkestone to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Ilfracombe is to train via London which takes 6h 55m and costs £130 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 12h 16m.

Where does the Folkestone to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Folkestone to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Ilfracombe is 264 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Folkestone to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2042+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central 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
6h 55m
£133–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
12h 16m
£57–137
Drive 262.3 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Ilfracombecar 262.3 mi
5h 1m
£64–93
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 43m
£132–270
Train #2
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central 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 15m
£127–270

Folkestone to Ilfracombe by train, subway, and bus

116Weekly Services

6h 55mAverage Duration

£133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 297.7 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Wilder Road Car Park via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Lidl via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 12h 16m.

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