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

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £50 - £100 and takes 13h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 5h 49m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station Night Std, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Barnstaple via Oxenholme Lake District, Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

How far is it from Kendal to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Kendal and Ilfracombe is 364 miles. The road distance is 320.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kendal to Ilfracombe without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 9h 44m and costs £130 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 9h 44m to get from Kendal to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Ilfracombe bus from?

Kendal to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Ilfracombe train from?

Kendal to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Kendal to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Kendal to Ilfracombe is to train via Birmingham which takes 9h 44m and costs £130 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £100 and takes 13h 47m.

Where does the Kendal to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Kendal to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Kendal to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Kendal to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Ilfracombe is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Kendal to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2022+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 44m
£136–228
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
13h 47m
£53–97
Drive 318.9 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Ilfracombecar 318.9 mi
5h 49m
£80–115
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
12h 6m
£132–247

Kendal to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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9h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 362.2 mi
Duration: 9h 44m

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

You can take a train from Kendal to Wilder Road Car Park via Oxenholme Lake District, Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Opposite Station Entrance, and Bus Station in around 9h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weavers Court to Lidl via Bus Station Night Std, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 13h 47m.

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