Reading to Ilfracombe train

Wed, 05 Nov
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Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
Regionale
West Midlands Trains
Deutsche Bahn
1,000+ travel companies
Great Western Rail
Avanti West Coast
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Deutsche Bahn
1,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Ilfracombe

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£59

Average price

£59

Fastest journey

2 h 54 m

Average duration

2 h 54 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

220 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Ilfracombe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Reading to Ilfracombe will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Reading for Ilfracombe every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 220 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.

Great Western Rail
11:312h54
Reading
14:25Ilfracombe
£591One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Reading to Ilfracombe

Omio recommends booking the coach 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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Coach

£59

Average Price

Cheapest

£87

Average Price

3h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 56m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 54m

Average total duration

8h 24m

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30m

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Direct Options

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Live departures

Reading to Ilfracombe train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:57
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
great_western11:31 Reading
2h54
14:25 Ilfracombe0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Reading to Ilfracombe

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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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

FAQs: Reading to Ilfracombe train

FAQs: Travel by train from Reading to Ilfracombe easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Reading to Ilfracombe.
FAQs
Booking trains from Reading to Ilfracombe in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Reading to Ilfracombe is 220 km.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Reading to Ilfracombe.
The train journey from Reading to Ilfracombe covers a distance of 220 km and takes approximately 2h 54m. Trains run 15 per day.
The first train from Reading to Ilfracombe leaves at 8:35.
The cost of a train ticket from Reading to Ilfracombe can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £59, while the average price tends to be around £59.
To get from Reading to Ilfracombe, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The last train from Reading to Ilfracombe departs at 23:01.
The cheapest way to get from Reading to Ilfracombe is by train, costing approximately £59.
The train station in Reading that goes to Ilfracombe is Reading station (RDG), and it arrives at Barnstaple station (BNP).
Trains from Reading to Ilfracombe run approximately 15 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Reading to Ilfracombe.
There is no night train service from Reading to Ilfracombe.

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Important Stations and Airports in Reading and Ilfracombe

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Ilfracombe
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ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 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
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
  • Storage CCTV: No
Public transport options for Reading
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station

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