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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Ilfracombe is to train and bus via Bridgwater which costs £27 - £50 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Swindon to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Swindon and Ilfracombe is 170 miles. The road distance is 134.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Swindon to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swindon to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Ilfracombe is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Swindon to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2022+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon 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
4h 55m
£67–128
Train, bus via Bridgwater
cheapest
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bath Spatrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
8h 3m
£28–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
6h 9m
£33–58
Drive 133.8 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Ilfracombecar 133.8 mi
2h 52m
£34–48

Swindon to Ilfracombe by train and bus

115Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Wilder Road Car Park via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Opposite Station Entrance, and Bus Station in around 4h 55m.

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