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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Bridgend is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Bridgend is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from The Bastille and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Bridgend via Exeter St Davids and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Bridgend?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Bridgend is 188 miles. The road distance is 140 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Bridgend without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 58m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Ilfracombe to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Bridgend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Bridgend is to bus which takes 7h 47m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £140 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Bridgend bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Bridgend is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Ilfracombe to Bridgend.

Where can I stay near Bridgend?

There are 643+ hotels available in Bridgend.

Ilfracombe to Bridgend - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilfracombe to Bridgend by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Wilder Road Car Park to Rail Stationbus 21B
2. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
4. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
5h 58m
£67–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeonbus 202 / ...
7h 47m
£26–45
Drive 139.2 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Bridgendcar 139.2 mi
3h 5m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 43m
£70–139

Ilfracombe to Bridgend by bus and train

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5h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.3 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Ilfracombe, England and Bridgend, Wales?

You can take a bus from The Bastille to Sarn Odeon via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Bastille to Bridgend via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 43m.

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