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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Barnstaple via Salisbury and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Southampton to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Southampton and Ilfracombe is 180 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 59m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Southampton to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ilfracombe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Southampton to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Southampton to Ilfracombe is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Southampton to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Ilfracombe is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Southampton to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2045+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wilder Road Car Parkbus 21B
5h 59m
£76–150
Drive 139.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Ilfracombecar 139.9 mi
3h 20m
£34–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 20m
£50–124
Train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 3m
£64–147

Southampton to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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5h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.3 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Station to Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 8h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southampton Central to Lidl via Salisbury, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 3m.

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