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

The cheapest way to get from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe is to bus via Bristol which costs £45 - £100 and takes 14h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 6h 35m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Lowestoft and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Waveney Chambers and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Lowestoft and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Lowestoft and arriving at Barnstaple via Ipswich, Stratford, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Lowestoft and Ilfracombe is 349 miles. The road distance is 320.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 8h 46m and costs £150 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 8h 46m to get from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Ilfracombe bus from?

Lowestoft to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, depart from Waveney Chambers station.

Where do I catch the Lowestoft to Ilfracombe train from?

Lowestoft to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Lowestoft station.

Train or bus from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 8h 46m and costs £150 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £180 and takes 13h 12m.

Where does the Lowestoft to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Lowestoft to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by First in Norfolk & Suffolk, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Lowestoft to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Lowestoft to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Ipswich station.

Can I drive from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Lowestoft to Ilfracombe is 321 miles. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2028+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Lowestoft to Ilfracombe - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Lowestoft to Ilfracombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lowestoft to Ipswichtrain
2. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 46m
£153–299
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus Stationbus X21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Norwich to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
14h 34m
£48–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from Waveney Chambers to Bus Stationbus X21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
13h 12m
£68–172
Drive 318.8 mi
1. Drive from Lowestoft to Ilfracombecar 318.8 mi
6h 35m
£78–112
Fly to Exeter, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Exeter (EXT)plane NWI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
11h 51m
£154–568
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NWI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
10h 41m
£149–403
Fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane NWI - CWL
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
12h 7m
£203–1,074

Lowestoft to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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8h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 347.1 mi
Duration: 8h 46m

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

You can take a train from Lowestoft to Lidl via Ipswich, Stratford, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 8h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waveney Chambers to Lidl via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 13h 12m.

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