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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Barnstaple via Cardiff Central and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Swansea to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Swansea and Ilfracombe is 214 miles. The road distance is 162.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Swansea to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Ilfracombe bus from?

Swansea to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Swansea to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Swansea to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Swansea to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Ilfracombe is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Swansea to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2037+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 38m
£87–177
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
7h 45m
£31–88
Drive 161.2 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Ilfracombecar 161.2 mi
3h 27m
£40–57

Swansea to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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7h 38mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.4 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Ilfracombe, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Lidl via Cardiff Central, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Lidl via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 45m.

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