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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Llanelli is to bus which costs £30 - £95 and takes 9h 19m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Bus Station, Bus Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Llanelli via Exeter St Davids and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Llanelli?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Llanelli is 225 miles. The road distance is 174.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Ilfracombe to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Llanelli is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £95 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Llanelli bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Llanelli is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Ilfracombe to Llanelli.

Where can I stay near Llanelli?

There are 1265+ hotels available in Llanelli.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ilfracombe to Llanelli by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llanellitrain
7h 47m
£91–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
9h 19m
£33–91
Drive 173.1 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Llanellicar 173.1 mi
3h 40m
£43–62

Ilfracombe to Llanelli by bus and train

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7h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 223.7 mi
Duration: 7h 47m

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

You can take a bus from The Bastille to Llanelli via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garage to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Queen Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 9h 19m.

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