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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Penzance is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 8h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Penzance is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Penzance?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Penzance station. However, there are services departing from Baptist Church and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bampfylde Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Penzance?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to Penzance. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Penzance via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Penzance?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Penzance is 184 miles. The road distance is 117.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Penzance without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Ilfracombe to Penzance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Penzance bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Penzance train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Penzance?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Penzance is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Penzance bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to Penzance train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Penzance?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Penzance is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Ilfracombe to Penzance.

Where can I stay near Penzance?

There are 2554+ hotels available in Penzance.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Penzancetrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 24m
£69–132
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
8h 38m
£24–50
Drive 117.1 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Penzancecar 117.1 mi
2h 28m
£30–43

Ilfracombe to Penzance by bus and train

117Weekly Services

6h 24mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Wilder Road Car Park to Penzance via Rail Station, Barnstaple, and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Baptist Church to Bus Station via Queen Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bampfylde Street in around 8h 38m.

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