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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lidl via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Ilfracombe is 261 miles. The road distance is 192.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe bus from?

Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe train from?

Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h 12m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe is 193 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2035+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury 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
7h 12m
£123–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
9h 20m
£46–110
Drive 191.5 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Ilfracombecar 191.5 mi
4h 25m
£47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wilmslowtrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 20m
£118–229
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 28m
£112–210

Shrewsbury to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 259.8 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Wilder Road Car Park via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Lidl via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 9h 20m.

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