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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Paddington station and arriving at Barnstaple via London Waterloo and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Paddington to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Paddington and Ilfracombe is 227 miles. The road distance is 197.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 5m and costs £95 - £190.

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

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Ilfracombe bus from?

Paddington to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Paddington to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Paddington to Ilfracombe is to bus which takes 6h 44m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £90 - £220 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Paddington to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paddington to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paddington to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Ilfracombe is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Paddington to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2035+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Paddington to Ilfracombe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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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
£97–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
6h 44m
£47–126
Drive 196.2 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Ilfracombecar 196.2 mi
4h 11m
£48–69
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 41m
£191–434
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 / ...
7h 23m
£92–211

Paddington to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 225.2 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Paddington station to Lidl via Waterloo station, London Waterloo, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 23m.

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