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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Guildford?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Guildford station. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at Guildford station via Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Guildford?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to Guildford. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Guildford via Exeter St Davids and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Guildford?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Guildford is 217 miles. The road distance is 174.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Guildford without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 54m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Ilfracombe to Guildford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Guildford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Guildford train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Guildford?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Guildford is to train via Reading which takes 5h 54m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Guildford bus arrive?

Ilfracombe to Guildford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Guildford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Guildford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Guildford is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Ilfracombe to Guildford.

Where can I stay near Guildford?

There are 1021+ hotels available in Guildford.

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Guildfordtrain
5h 54m
£91–180
Drive 173.6 mi
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1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Guildfordcar 173.6 mi
3h 40m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
8h 31m
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Wokingtrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
7h 7m
£82–182

Ilfracombe to Guildford by bus and train

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Distance: 215.7 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Wilder Road Car Park to Guildford via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Reading in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garage to Guildford station via Queen Street, Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 8h 31m.

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