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Compare coach and train for Reading to Ilfracombe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Ilfracombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £59, and a coach costs an average of £81.
Distance: 220 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£59 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Ilfracombe
Trains from Reading to Ilfracombe run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:35, the last at 23:01. The fastest train covers the 220 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 220 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 08:35 |
Last train 23:01 |
FAQs: Reading to Ilfracombe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading and Ilfracombe
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
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