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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Ilfracombe
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Ilfracombe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ilfracombe will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £26.
Of the 4 buses that leave London for Ilfracombe every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 279 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for London to Ilfracombe
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from London to Ilfracombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £26.
Distance: 279 km
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £56 Average Price | £110 Average Price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London to Ilfracombe bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ilfracombe coaches for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NX502 | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h01 | 16:31 Fremington, Church Hill / Old School Lane | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX502 | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h45 | 16:15 Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX502 | 10:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h57 | 16:27 Bickington, Bickington Road / North Lane | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX502 | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h22 | 18:52 Bickington, Bickington Road / North Lane | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX502 | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h26 | 18:56 Fremington, Church Hill / Old School Lane | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX502 | 12:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 6h10 | 18:40 Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
| NX502 | 16:30 London, Victoria Coach Station | 5h35 | 22:05 Barnstaple, Silver Street (Bus Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Ilfracombe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Ilfracombe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 279 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 279 km |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 06:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to IlfracombeYou can travel by bus between London to Ilfracombe with National Express for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
Buses from London to Ilfracombe Devon
At least one bus a day leaves London Victoria Coach Station for Ilfracombe, in Devon. Most weekdays have a single daily service which departs London at 3:30 p.m. and arrives into Ilfracombe at 10:05 p.m. after a six hour and 35 minute journey. On Fridays, two buses make the journey. The first leaves London at 9:30 a.m. and arrives at Ilfracombe at 3:40 p.m. The second leaves London at 3:30 p.m. and arrives into Ilfracombe at 10:20 p.m. after a six hour 50 minute journey. Saturdays and Sundays have the same timetable as Fridays, although the later bus has a shorter journey time, arriving into Ilfracombe at 9:45 p.m. All journeys are direct. National Express runs the service.
FAQs: London to Ilfracombe coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ilfracombe by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilfracombe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from London, Victoria Coach Station, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ilfracombe, Wilder Road, located 0.5 miles (772 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Ilfracombe
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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