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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Reading. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at Reading RailAir via Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to Reading. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Reading via Exeter St Davids and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Reading?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Reading is 191 miles. The road distance is 162.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 51m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Ilfracombe to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Reading?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Reading is to bus which takes 8h 6m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £180 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Reading is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Ilfracombe to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilfracombe to Reading 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 Readingtrain
4h 51m
£80–158
Drive 161.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Readingcar 161.3 mi
3h 39m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
8h 6m
£65–128
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
6h 29m
£76–173

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Distance: 190 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Garage to Reading RailAir via Queen Street, Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Bastille to Reading via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Basingstoke in around 6h 29m.

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