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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Ilfracombe
Cheapest price
£96
Average price
£142
Fastest journey
6 h 4 m
Average duration
6 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Ilfracombe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Ilfracombe will cost around £142 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £96.
Of the 2 trains that leave Manchester for Ilfracombe every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 283 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 26 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 and train for Manchester to Ilfracombe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Ilfracombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £185.
Distance: 283 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£97 Average Price | £185 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 49m Average total duration 10h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester to Ilfracombe train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Ilfracombe trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:30 Manchester | 7h56 | 15:26 Ilfracombe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Ilfracombe
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Trains from Manchester to Ilfracombe run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £44 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:03, the last at 17:38. The fastest train covers the 283 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 283 km |
Average train duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 6h 0m |
First train 06:03 |
Last train 17:38 |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Manchester to Ilfracombe trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Manchester and Ilfracombe from £44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Manchester to Ilfracombe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Ilfracombe by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ilfracombe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Ilfracombe
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- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
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Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
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