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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Ilfracombe is to train and bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Northcote Road and arriving at Lidl via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Rugby to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Rugby and Ilfracombe is 249 miles. The road distance is 186.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Rugby to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Ilfracombe bus from?

Rugby to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Ilfracombe train from?

Rugby to Ilfracombe train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Rugby to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 6h 59m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the Rugby to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rugby to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Rugby to Ilfracombe train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Ilfracombe is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Rugby to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2042+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 59m
£97–168
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
8h 38m
£41–78
Drive 185.1 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Ilfracombecar 185.1 mi
3h 57m
£46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 460 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 52m
£51–88

Rugby to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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6h 59mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247.5 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Wilder Road Car Park via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Northcote Road to Lidl via Transport Museum, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 52m.

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