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

The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 10h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gravesend to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Gravesend and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Gravesend to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Garrick Street and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Gravesend and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Gravesend to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Gravesend and arriving at Barnstaple via Abbey Wood, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Gravesend to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Gravesend and Ilfracombe is 254 miles. The road distance is 231 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gravesend to Ilfracombe without a car is to train via Abbey Wood (London) which takes 6h 59m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Gravesend to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Ilfracombe bus from?

Gravesend to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Ilfracombe train from?

Gravesend to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Gravesend to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Gravesend to Ilfracombe is to train via Abbey Wood (London) which takes 6h 59m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 10h 51m.

Where does the Gravesend to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Gravesend to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gravesend to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Gravesend to Ilfracombe is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Gravesend to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1976+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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Train via Abbey Wood (London)
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 59m
£105–197
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
10h 51m
£37–73
Drive 229.6 mi
1. Drive from Gravesend to Ilfracombecar 229.6 mi
4h 32m
£57–82
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
8h 49m
£91–185
Train, drive
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Drive from Bridgend to Ilfracombecar
6h 31m
£110–204

Gravesend to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 253 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

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

You can take a train from Gravesend to Lidl via Abbey Wood (London), Abbey Wood, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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