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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Basingstoke and Ilfracombe is 178 miles. The road distance is 151.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £29 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Ilfracombe bus from?

Basingstoke to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £29 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Ilfracombe is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1910+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

Basingstoke to Ilfracombe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St DavidsLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 23m
£30–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station502
7h 23m
£58–101
Drive 150.4 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Ilfracombe150.4 mi
3h 13m
£38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wilder Road Car Park21B
5h 26m
£51–134

Basingstoke to Ilfracombe by train and bus

97Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Opposite Garage via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Lidl via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 23m.

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