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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Cardiff?

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

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Cardiff?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Cardiff is 168 miles. The road distance is 124.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 22m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff is to bus which takes 6h 53m and costs £28 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £140 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Cardiff is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Ilfracombe to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1726+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Bastille 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 Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 22m
£68–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
6h 53m
£29–69
Drive 123.7 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Cardiffcar 123.7 mi
2h 51m
£31–44
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 6m
£70–133

Ilfracombe to Cardiff by bus and train

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5h 22mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.4 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Garage to Sophia Gardens via Queen Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Bastille to Cardiff Central via Rail Station, Barnstaple, and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 6m.

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