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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Barnstaple via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Harpenden and Ilfracombe is 256 miles. The road distance is 213.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Ilfracombe without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 17m and costs £100 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Harpenden to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Ilfracombe bus from?

Harpenden to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Ilfracombe train from?

Harpenden to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Ilfracombe is to train via London which takes 6h 17m and costs £100 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Harpenden to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Harpenden to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Harpenden to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Harpenden to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Ilfracombe is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Harpenden to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2038+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Harpenden to Ilfracombe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 17m
£109–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 16m
£43–106
Drive 211.9 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Ilfracombecar 211.9 mi
4h 16m
£52–75
Train
1. Take the train from London Euston to Exeter St Davidstrain London Euston - Penzance
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
8h 42m
£107–214
Line 321 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Old Cock Inn to Watford Junction stationbus 321
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Woking Railway Station Southsidebus Ra2
4. Take the train from Woking to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6. Take the bus from Rail Station to Lidlbus 21B
9h 36m

Harpenden to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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6h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254.4 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a train from Harpenden to Wilder Road Car Park via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Harpenden to Lidl via Luton Airport Parkway, Luton DART Parkway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 16m.

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