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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Lidl via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Westgate and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Wakefield and Ilfracombe is 324 miles. The road distance is 278.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £140 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Wakefield to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Ilfracombe bus from?

Wakefield to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Ilfracombe train from?

Wakefield to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wakefield Westgate station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £140 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 26m.

Where does the Wakefield to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Wakefield to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Wakefield to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Wakefield to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Ilfracombe is 279 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Wakefield to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2020+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Wakefield to Ilfracombe - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Wakefield to Ilfracombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h 14m
£140–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
11h 26m
£41–68
Drive 276.9 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Ilfracombecar 276.9 mi
5h 21m
£69–100
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cardiff Airport, drive
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LBA - CWL
2. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Ilfracombecar
10h 43m
£80–318
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
11h 35m
£130–238
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LBA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
10h 35m
£105–215
Train to Newcastle, fly to Exeter, train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Exeter (EXT)plane NCL - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 22m
£165–326

Wakefield to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 322 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Wilder Road Car Park via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Opposite Station Entrance, and Bus Station in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Lidl via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 26m.

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