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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A and arriving at Lidl via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Welshpool and Ilfracombe is 281 miles. The road distance is 195.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Welshpool to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Ilfracombe bus from?

Welshpool to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 7h 55m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 10h.

Where does the Welshpool to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Welshpool to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Welshpool to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Welshpool to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Welshpool to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Ilfracombe is 196 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Welshpool to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2027+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Welshpool 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 55m
£129–210
Drive 194.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Ilfracombecar 194.8 mi
4h 28m
£48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
10h
£50–125
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 42m
£113–213
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
12h 4m

Welshpool to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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7h 55mAverage Duration

£129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.4 mi
Duration: 7h 55m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Wilder Road Car Park via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Lidl via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 10h.

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