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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Barnstaple via Basingstoke and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Reading to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Reading and Ilfracombe is 191 miles. The road distance is 163.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 53m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Reading to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ilfracombe bus from?

Reading to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Reading to Ilfracombe is to bus which takes 7h 43m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £180 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Reading to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Reading to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Ilfracombe is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Reading to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2043+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading 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
4h 53m
£81–156
Drive 162.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Ilfracombecar 162.2 mi
3h 40m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
7h 43m
£64–127
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 50m
£75–173

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Distance: 189.7 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Lidl via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Reading to Lidl via Basingstoke, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 50m.

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