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

The cheapest way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £27 - £45 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between St Ives (Cornwall) and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Harbour Hotel and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

Is there a direct train between St Ives (Cornwall) and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from St Ives (Cornwall) 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 (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe?

The distance between St Ives (Cornwall) and Ilfracombe is 182 miles. The road distance is 115.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) 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 (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe?

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

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

St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £85 and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2037+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
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
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
9h 52m
£28–85
Drive 114.7 mi
1. Drive from St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombecar 114.7 mi
2h 27m
£28–41

St Ives (Cornwall) to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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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 Harbour Hotel to Lidl via Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 52m.

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