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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 10h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Barnstaple via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Rochester to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Rochester and Ilfracombe is 262 miles. The road distance is 234.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £110 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Rochester to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Ilfracombe bus from?

Rochester to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Ilfracombe train from?

Rochester to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Rochester station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Rochester to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £110 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 10h 42m.

Where does the Rochester to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Rochester to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Ilfracombe is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Rochester to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2038+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Rochester to Ilfracombe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Rochester to Ilfracombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 20m
£113–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
10h 42m
£48–113
Drive 233.1 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Ilfracombecar 233.1 mi
4h 37m
£57–83
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 1m
£137–301
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Rochester to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 30m
£161–297
Train via London
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 9m
£103–236

Rochester to Ilfracombe by train, subway, and bus

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6h 20mAverage Duration

£113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Wilder Road Car Park via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £40–95 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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