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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Salcombe is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Salcombe is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from The Bastille and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Coronation Road opp Town Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Salcombe?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Salcombe is 102 miles. The road distance is 87.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Salcombe without a car is to bus and train and line 164 bus which takes 4h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Ilfracombe to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Salcombe bus from?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to Salcombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Salcombe is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Ilfracombe to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1531+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Ilfracombe to Salcombe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 164 bus, and car

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

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Bus, train, line 164 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wilder Road Car Park to Rail Stationbus 21B
2. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
4. Take the bus from Station Road to Beadon Crossbus 164
4h 52m
Drive 87.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Salcombecar 87.1 mi
2h 3m
£22–32
Bus, line 164 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 7
3. Take the bus from Coronation Road opp Town Mill to Shadycombe Roadbus 164
6h 59m

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Distance: 101.1 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a bus from The Bastille to Shadycombe Road via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Coronation Road opp Town Mill in around 6h 59m.

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