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

The cheapest way to get from Newquay to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newquay to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Newquay and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Newquay to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Great Western Hotel and arriving at Lidl via Trelawney Parc, The Strand, Library and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Newquay and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Newquay to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Newquay and arriving at Barnstaple via Par and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Newquay to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Newquay and Ilfracombe is 160 miles. The road distance is 86.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newquay to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Newquay to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newquay to Ilfracombe bus from?

Newquay to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, depart from Trelawney Parc station.

Where do I catch the Newquay to Ilfracombe train from?

Newquay to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.

Train or bus from Newquay to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Newquay to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Newquay to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Newquay to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by Go Cornwall Bus, arrive at The Strand station.

Where does the Newquay to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Newquay to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Newquay to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Newquay to Ilfracombe is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Newquay to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2045+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Newquay to Ilfracombe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromNewquay to Ilfracombe

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 3 ways to get from Newquay to Ilfracombe by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Par to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 8m
£63–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trelawney Parc to The Strandbus 95
2. Take the bus from Library to Bus Stationbus 85 / ...
8h 18m
£12–18
Drive 85.9 mi
1. Drive from Newquay to Ilfracombecar 85.9 mi
1h 58m
£21–31

Newquay to Ilfracombe by train and bus

103Weekly Services

6h 8mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

$Map of how to get from Newquay to Ilfracombe.$ Launch map view

Distance: 158.7 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a train from Newquay to Wilder Road Car Park via Par, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Hotel to Lidl via Trelawney Parc, The Strand, Library, and Bus Station in around 8h 18m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.