What is the cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to South Wales is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 9h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to South Wales is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, Greyfriars Road GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Cwmbach via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to South Wales?

The distance between Ilfracombe and South Wales is 190 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ilfracombe to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to South Wales without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 42m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Ilfracombe to South Wales?

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Ilfracombe to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to South Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to South Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to South Wales?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to South Wales is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 42m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to South Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to South Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to South Wales is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Ilfracombe to South Wales.

Where can I stay near South Wales?

There are 572+ hotels available in South Wales.

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
6h 42m
£76–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
9h 6m
£33–69
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to South Walescar 135 mi
3h 13m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 26m
£78–153

Ilfracombe to South Wales by bus and train

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Distance: 188.7 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a bus from The Bastille to Cwmbach via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garage to Glenboi Cemetery via Queen Street, Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, Greyfriars Road GJ, and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 in around 9h 6m.

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