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

The cheapest way to get from Oswestry to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oswestry to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Oswestry and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Oswestry to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Oswestry to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Oswestry and Ilfracombe is 282 miles. The road distance is 209.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oswestry to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 8h 13m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 13m to get from Oswestry to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oswestry to Ilfracombe train from?

Oswestry to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Where does the Oswestry to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Oswestry to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Oswestry to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Oswestry to Ilfracombe is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Oswestry to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2037+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury 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
8h 13m
£125–212
Drive 208.1 mi
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1. Drive from Oswestry to Ilfracombecar 208.1 mi
4h 41m
£51–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Smethwick Galton Bridgetrain Shrewsbury - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
11h 9m
£54–130
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 50m
£111–217

Oswestry to Ilfracombe by bus and train

110Weekly Services

8h 13mAverage Duration

£125Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.9 mi
Duration: 8h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Unicorn Road Jct to Wilder Road Car Park via Bus Station, Shrewsbury, Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 8h 13m.

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