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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Woking and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Guildford to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Guildford and Ilfracombe is 217 miles. The road distance is 175.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 56m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Guildford to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Ilfracombe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Guildford to Ilfracombe train from?

Guildford to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Woking station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Guildford to Ilfracombe is to bus which takes 7h 48m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £160 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Guildford to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Guildford to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Guildford to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Ilfracombe is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Guildford to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2014+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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Train, bus
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
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wilder Road Car Parkbus 21B
5h 56m
£84–164
Bus
cheapest
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
7h 48m
£32–57
Drive 174.6 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Ilfracombecar 174.6 mi
3h 42m
£44–63
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Guildford to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 3m
£116–267
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 38m
£71–157

Guildford to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 215.5 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Guildford station to Lidl via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Friary Bus Station to Lidl via Woking station, Woking, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 38m.

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