What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Barnstaple via London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Watford Junction and Ilfracombe is 264 miles. The road distance is 202.9 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £100 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe?

It takes approximately 7h to get from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Ilfracombe bus from?

Watford Junction to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Ilfracombe train from?

Watford Junction to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watford Junction to Ilfracombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Ilfracombe is 203 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1988+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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There are 5 ways to get from Watford Junction to Ilfracombe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h
£102–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
7h 17m
£34–62
Drive 201.8 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Ilfracombecar 201.8 mi
4h 3m
£50–72
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 40m
£116–218
Train #2
1. Take the train from London Euston to Exeter St Davidstrain London Euston - Penzance
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
8h 19m
£94–202

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Distance: 262.6 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Ilfracombe, England?

You can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Lidl via Heathrow Terminal 3, Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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