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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ilfracombe is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ilfracombe is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ilfracombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ilfracombe. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Lidl via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ilfracombe?

The distance between Cardiff and Ilfracombe is 167 miles. The road distance is 125.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ilfracombe without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 6m and costs £24 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Cardiff to Ilfracombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ilfracombe bus from?

Cardiff to Ilfracombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ilfracombe?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ilfracombe is to bus which takes 5h 18m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ilfracombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ilfracombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ilfracombe is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cardiff to Ilfracombe.

Where can I stay near Ilfracombe?

There are 1914+ hotels available in Ilfracombe.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Wilder Road Car Park21B
5h 6m
£24–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
5h 18m
£44–87
Drive 124.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ilfracombe124.4 mi
2h 50m
£32–45
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 21m
£54–93

Cardiff to Ilfracombe by train and bus

116Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.1 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lidl via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Central to Opposite Garage via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 21m.

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