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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Ilfracombe is to bus via Bristol which costs £26 - £40 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Lidl via Transport Hub, Arle Court Tpt Hub and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Stroud to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Stroud and Ilfracombe is 177 miles. The road distance is 121.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Stroud to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Ilfracombe bus from?

Stroud to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Tpt Hub station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Ilfracombe train from?

Stroud to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Stroud to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 6h and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Stroud to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Stroud to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Stroud to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Stroud to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Ilfracombe is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Stroud to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1973+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

How to get fromStroud to Ilfracombe

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h
£68–127
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Long Streetbus 65 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rock Streetbus 60
3. Take the bus from Rock Street to Broadmeadbus T1
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lidlbus 21B
9h 20m
£26–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Bus Stationbus 105
8h 33m
£29–49
Drive 120.7 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Ilfracombecar 120.7 mi
2h 43m
£31–44

Stroud to Ilfracombe by bus and train

14Weekly Services

6hAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

$Map of how to get from Stroud to Ilfracombe.$ Launch map view

Distance: 176.3 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a bus from Merrywalks to Wilder Road Car Park via Transport Hub, Gloucester, Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Opposite Station Entrance, and Bus Station in around 6h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.