What is the cheapest way to get from St Ives to Ilfracombe?

The cheapest way to get from St Ives to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from St Ives to Ilfracombe?

The fastest way to get from St Ives to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between St Ives and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from St Ives to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from The Terrace and arriving at Lidl via Viaduct, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

Is there a direct train between St Ives and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from St Ives to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from St Ives (Cornwall) and arriving at Barnstaple via St Erth and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from St Ives to Ilfracombe?

The distance between St Ives and Ilfracombe is 182 miles. The road distance is 116.1 miles.

How do I travel from St Ives to Ilfracombe without a car?

The best way to get from St Ives to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from St Ives to Ilfracombe?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from St Ives to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St Ives to Ilfracombe bus from?

St Ives to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Viaduct station.

Where do I catch the St Ives to Ilfracombe train from?

St Ives to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from St Erth station.

Train or bus from St Ives to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from St Ives to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the St Ives to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

St Ives to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the St Ives to Ilfracombe train arrive?

St Ives to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from St Ives to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between St Ives to Ilfracombe is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from St Ives to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2031+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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There are 3 ways to get from St Ives to Ilfracombe by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from St Erth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 28m
£76–152
Drive 115.4 mi
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1. Drive from St Ives to Ilfracombecar 115.4 mi
2h 29m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Viaduct to Bampfylde Streetbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
9h 18m
£36–85

St Ives to Ilfracombe by train and bus

116Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.2 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between St Ives, Cornwall, England and Ilfracombe, England?

You can take a train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Wilder Road Car Park via St Erth, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Terrace to Lidl via Viaduct, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 18m.

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