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

The cheapest way to get from London to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between London and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between London and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from London to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from London to Ilfracombe?

The distance between London and Ilfracombe is 227 miles. The road distance is 198.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 5m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from London to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Ilfracombe bus from?

London to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Ilfracombe train from?

London to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from London to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from London to Ilfracombe is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £190 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the London to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the London to Ilfracombe train arrive?

London to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from London to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Ilfracombe is 198 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from London to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2019+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wilder Road Car Parkbus 21B
5h 5m
£96–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
6h 50m
£43–102
Drive 197.3 mi
1. Drive from London to Ilfracombecar 197.3 mi
4h 15m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 18m
£88–189

London to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 225.2 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from London Waterloo to Lidl via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 18m.

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