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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Ilfracombe?

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

How far is it from Poole to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Poole and Ilfracombe is 175 miles. The road distance is 117.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Poole to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Ilfracombe bus from?

Poole to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Ilfracombe train from?

Poole to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Poole to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Poole to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Poole to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Poole to Ilfracombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Upwey station.

Can I drive from Poole to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Ilfracombe is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Poole to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2028+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 23m
£72–142
Drive 116.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Ilfracombecar 116.8 mi
2h 43m
£29–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6. Take the bus from Rail Station to Lidlbus 21B
7h 33m
£47–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 10m
£56–146

Poole to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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7h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.9 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Wilder Road Car Park via Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 9h 10m.

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