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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Torquay is to bus which costs £11 - £21 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Torquay is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Torquay. However, there are services departing from The Bastille and arriving at Torquay Grammar Schools via Bus Station, Bus Station and Sidwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Torquay?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Torquay is 81 miles. The road distance is 69.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Torquay without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 53m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Ilfracombe to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Torquay bus from?

Ilfracombe to Torquay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from The Bastille station.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Torquay bus arrive?

Ilfracombe to Torquay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Torquay is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Ilfracombe to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2653+ hotels available in Torquay.

Ilfracombe to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 12 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilfracombe to Torquay by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
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 Paigntontrain
3h 53m
£30–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Bastille to Bus Stationbus 21B
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
4. Take the bus from Sidwell Street to Torquay Grammar Schoolsbus Tg1
5h 29m
£12–20
Bus, train, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from The Bastille to Rail Stationbus 21B
2. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Cary Paradebus 12
3h 54m
£29–50
Drive 68.8 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Torquaycar 68.8 mi
1h 47m
£18–25

Ilfracombe to Torquay by bus and train

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3h 53mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 81 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a bus from The Bastille to Torquay Grammar Schools via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Sidwell Street in around 5h 29m.

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