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

The cheapest way to get from Penryn to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penryn to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Penryn and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Penryn to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Seven Stars and arriving at Lidl via Falmouth University and University of Exeter, Sidwell Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Penryn and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Penryn to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Penryn and arriving at Barnstaple via Truro and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Penryn to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Penryn and Ilfracombe is 167 miles. The road distance is 103.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penryn to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Penryn to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penryn to Ilfracombe bus from?

Penryn to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Falmouth University and University of Exeter station.

Where do I catch the Penryn to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Penryn to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Penryn to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Penryn to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Penryn to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Exeter station.

Where does the Penryn to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penryn to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Penryn to Ilfracombe is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Penryn to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1990+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Truro to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 57m
£63–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Falmouth University and University of Exeter to Exeterbus
2. Take the bus from Sidwell Street to Bus Stationbus 1A
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
8h 55m
£23–38
Drive 103 mi
1. Drive from Penryn to Ilfracombecar 103 mi
2h 16m
£26–37

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Penryn, Cornwall, England and Ilfracombe, England?

You can take a train from Penryn to Wilder Road Car Park via Truro, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Opposite Station Entrance, and Bus Station in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seven Stars to Lidl via Falmouth University and University of Exeter, Exeter, Sidwell Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 55m.

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