The average bus between Ilfracombe and Exeter takes 6h 40m and the fastest bus takes 3h 12m. The bus service runs several times per day from Ilfracombe to Exeter. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Ilfracombe and Exeter. The earliest departure is at 7:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ilfracombe is at 6:45 PM which arrives into Exeter at 8:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Queen Street and take an average of 6h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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13h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Ilfracombe to Exeter? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Ilfracombe station and arriving at Exeter station via Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.
Ilfracombe to Exeter bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Garage station.
Ilfracombe to Exeter bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Sidwell Street station.
The distance between Ilfracombe and Exeter is 68.2 km. The road distance is 93 km.
You can take a bus from Garage to Sidwell Street via Queen Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 3h 24m.