What is the cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to The Lizard?

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to The Lizard is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to The Lizard?

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to The Lizard is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and The Lizard?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to The Lizard. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at Traboe Cross via Bus Station, Bus Station, Exeter and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Ilfracombe and The Lizard?

No, there is no direct train from Ilfracombe to The Lizard. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Falmouth Docks via Exeter St Davids and Truro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to The Lizard?

The distance between Ilfracombe and The Lizard is 187 miles. The road distance is 117.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ilfracombe to The Lizard without a car?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to The Lizard without a car is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £140 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Ilfracombe to The Lizard?

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Ilfracombe to The Lizard, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to The Lizard bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to The Lizard train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to The Lizard?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to The Lizard is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £140 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £70 and takes 10h 28m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to The Lizard bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilfracombe to The Lizard train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to The Lizard?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to The Lizard is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Ilfracombe to The Lizard.

Where can I stay near The Lizard?

There are 4144+ hotels available in The Lizard.

Ilfracombe to The Lizard - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ilfracombe to The Lizard 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 Trurotrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
7h 1m
£145–233
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Exeter to Trurobus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Traboe Crossbus 36
10h 28m
£24–69
Drive 117.1 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to The Lizardcar 117.1 mi
2h 38m
£29–42

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Distance: 185.5 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Ilfracombe, England and The Lizard, England?

You can take a bus from Wilder Road Car Park to The Lizard via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, Truro, and Falmouth Docks in around 7h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Garage to The Lizard via Queen Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, Sidwell Street, Exeter, Bus Station, and Traboe Cross in around 10h 28m.

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