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

The cheapest way to get from Godalming to Ilfracombe is to bus via Bristol which costs £35 - £80 and takes 9h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Godalming to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Godalming and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Godalming to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Flambard Way and arriving at Lidl via Guildford station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Godalming and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Godalming to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Godalming and arriving at Barnstaple via Guildford, Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Godalming to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Godalming and Ilfracombe is 221 miles. The road distance is 175.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Godalming to Ilfracombe without a car is to train via Reading which takes 6h 18m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Godalming to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Godalming to Ilfracombe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Godalming to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Godalming to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Godalming to Ilfracombe is to train via Reading which takes 6h 18m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Godalming to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Godalming to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Godalming to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Godalming to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Godalming to Ilfracombe is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Godalming to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2025+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 18m
£92–184
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
9h 47m
£35–79
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 15m
£42–106
Drive 174.6 mi
1. Drive from Godalming to Ilfracombecar 174.6 mi
3h 43m
£43–62
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 7m
£78–178

Godalming to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 219.6 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a train from Godalming to Wilder Road Car Park via Guildford, Reading, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Flambard Way to Lidl via Friary Bus Station, Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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