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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from The Bastille and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and County Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Cardiff?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Cardiff is 167 miles. The road distance is 124.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 7m and costs £24 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Cardiff bus from?

Ilfracombe to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Ilfracombe to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ilfracombe to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at County Hall station.

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Cardiff is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Ilfracombe to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1627+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ilfracombe to Cardiff by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Bastille to Rail Stationbus 21B
2. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 7m
£25–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
6h 29m
£38–64
Drive 123.7 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Cardiffcar 123.7 mi
2h 51m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 9m
£46–92

Ilfracombe to Cardiff by bus and train

116Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a bus from The Bastille to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and County Hall in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Bastille to Cardiff Central via Rail Station, Barnstaple, and Exeter St Davids in around 6h 9m.

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