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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Folkestone is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 12h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Folkestone is to drive which takes 5h and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at Bouverie Road West via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Folkestone?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to Folkestone. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Folkestone Central via Exeter St Davids, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Folkestone?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Folkestone is 300 miles. The road distance is 263.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Folkestone without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 6m and costs £130 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Ilfracombe to Folkestone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Folkestone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Folkestone train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Folkestone?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Folkestone is to train via London which takes 7h 6m and costs £130 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 12h 2m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Folkestone bus arrive?

Ilfracombe to Folkestone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Folkestone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Folkestone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Folkestone is 264 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Ilfracombe to Folkestone.

Where can I stay near Folkestone?

There are 1267+ hotels available in Folkestone.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Folkestone Centraltrain
7h 6m
£132–272
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 502
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bouverie Road Westbus 007
12h 2m
£54–138
Drive 262.4 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Folkestonecar 262.4 mi
5h
£64–93
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
8h 58m
£126–272
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to London Victoriabus
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Folkestone Centraltrain
12h 6m
£78–158

Ilfracombe to Folkestone by bus, train, and subway

116Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 297.9 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Wilder Road Car Park to Folkestone Central via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garage to Bouverie Road West via Queen Street, Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 12h 2m.

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