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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Ilfracombe is to bus via Bristol which costs £30 - £80 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Barnstaple via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Luton to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Luton and Ilfracombe is 262 miles. The road distance is 217 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Luton to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Ilfracombe bus from?

Luton to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Ilfracombe train from?

Luton to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Luton to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Luton to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Luton to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Luton to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Luton to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Luton to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Ilfracombe is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Luton to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2035+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 40m
£112–225
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
9h 5m
£35–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
7h 49m
£44–117
Drive 215.7 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Ilfracombecar 215.7 mi
4h 17m
£53–77

Luton to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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6h 40mAverage Duration

£112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Wilder Road Car Park via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 49m.

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