What is the cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to St Ives?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to St Ives?

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

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and St Ives?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at The Terrace via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and St Ives?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to St Ives. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at St Erth via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to St Ives?

The distance between Ilfracombe and St Ives is 183 miles. The road distance is 116.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ilfracombe to St Ives without a car?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to St Ives without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Ilfracombe to St Ives?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Ilfracombe to St Ives, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to St Ives bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to St Ives train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to St Ives?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to St Ives is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to St Ives bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to St Ives train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to St Ives?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to St Ives is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Ilfracombe to St Ives.

Where can I stay near St Ives?

There are 2942+ hotels available in St Ives.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ilfracombe to St Ives 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 St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
6h 52m
£78–151
Drive 115.5 mi
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1. Drive from Ilfracombe to St Ivescar 115.5 mi
2h 29m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Foundry Squarebus 406 / ...
8h 52m
£37–84

Ilfracombe to St Ives by bus and train

116Weekly Services

6h 52mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.6 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Ilfracombe, England and St Ives, Cornwall, England?

You can take a bus from The Bastille to The Terrace via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, St Erth, and Interchange in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garage to The Terrace via Queen Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Foundry Square in around 8h 52m.

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