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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Portishead is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Portishead is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Portishead?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Portishead. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at Combe Road via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Portishead?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Portishead is 140 miles. The road distance is 87.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Portishead without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 12m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Ilfracombe to Portishead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Portishead bus from?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to Portishead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Portishead?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Portishead is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Ilfracombe to Portishead.

Where can I stay near Portishead?

There are 1953+ hotels available in Portishead.

Ilfracombe to Portishead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilfracombe to Portishead 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 Temple Meadstrain
4h 12m
£78–133
Drive 87.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Portisheadcar 87.3 mi
2h 9m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
6h 2m
£23–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Weston-super-Maretrain
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Royal Mail Officebus X5
6h 11m
£47–92

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 138.8 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £18–45 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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