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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 11h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Leicester to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Leicester and Ilfracombe is 258 miles. The road distance is 204.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Leicester to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ilfracombe bus from?

Leicester to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Ilfracombe train from?

Leicester to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Leicester to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h 27m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Leicester to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Leicester to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Leicester to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Leicester to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Ilfracombe is 204 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Leicester to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1970+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Leicester to Ilfracombe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester 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
7h 27m
£105–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sainsbury'sbus 148
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
11h 58m
£34–57
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 23m
£44–77
Drive 202.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Ilfracombecar 202.9 mi
4h 14m
£51–74

Leicester to Ilfracombe by train and bus

110Weekly Services

7h 27mAverage Duration

£105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 256.8 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Lidl via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 9h 23m.

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