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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £11 - £23 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Paignton to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Paignton and Ilfracombe is 81 miles. The road distance is 70.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 49m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Paignton to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Ilfracombe bus from?

Paignton to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Where does the Paignton to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Paignton to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Ilfracombe is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Paignton to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2014+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Paignton 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
3h 49m
£30–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Bampfylde Streetbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
5h 1m
£12–22
Drive 69.8 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Ilfracombecar 69.8 mi
1h 47m
£18–26

Paignton to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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3h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.8 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Great Western Road to Lidl via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 1m.

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