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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Swansea is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Swansea via Exeter St Davids and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Swansea?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Swansea is 214 miles. The road distance is 161.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Ilfracombe to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Swansea?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Swansea is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Swansea is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Ilfracombe to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1342+ hotels available in Swansea.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain
7h 14m
£88–178
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
7h 56m
£31–88
Drive 160.2 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Swanseacar 160.2 mi
3h 27m
£39–57

Ilfracombe to Swansea by bus and train

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7h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.5 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

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

You can take a bus from The Bastille to Swansea via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garage to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Queen Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 56m.

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