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

The cheapest way to get from Winchester to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winchester to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Winchester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Winchester to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Westgate and arriving at Lidl via St Catherines P&R, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Winchester and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct train from Winchester to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Winchester and arriving at Barnstaple via Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Winchester to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Winchester and Ilfracombe is 225 miles. The road distance is 141.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Winchester to Ilfracombe without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 43m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Winchester to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winchester to Ilfracombe bus from?

Winchester to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Catherines P&R station.

Where do I catch the Winchester to Ilfracombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Winchester to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Winchester to Ilfracombe is to train via Reading which takes 5h 43m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Winchester to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

Winchester to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Winchester to Ilfracombe train arrive?

Winchester to Ilfracombe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Winchester to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Winchester to Ilfracombe is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Winchester to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 2037+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Winchester to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 43m
£98–185
Drive 140.6 mi
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1. Drive from Winchester to Ilfracombecar 140.6 mi
3h 9m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Catherines P&R to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 56m
£49–122
Train
1. Take the train from Andover to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 56m
£62–142
Train #2
1. Take the train from Chandlers Ford to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 37m
£69–156

Winchester to Ilfracombe by train and bus

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Distance: 223.9 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a train from Winchester to Wilder Road Car Park via Reading, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate to Lidl via St Catherines P&R, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 56m.

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