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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 an average ticket price of £48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £48, while a flight costs an average of £163.
Distance: 283 km
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£120 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £163 Average Price | £68 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 9m Average total duration 5h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Manchester to Ilfracombe, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Ilfracombe:
A coach is £72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Ilfracombe costing on average £120.
A coach is £115 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Ilfracombe costing on average £163.
Other travel options to Ilfracombe take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 9m.
Coach takes on average 8h 30m.
Tickets start at around £120 compared to roughly £68 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£51. The journey takes 5h 39m versus 5h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Ilfracombe from Manchester by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Manchester to Ilfracombe is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Ilfracombe are Barnstaple, Braunton, Lynton, Bideford and Combe Martin. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Ilfracombe on Omio.
Barnstaple is North Devon’s main market town, known for its historic Pannier Market and position on the River Taw. It feels practical and local, with a compact centre that works well as a base for Exmoor and the nearby coast.
Bideford is a historic port town on the River Torridge in North Devon, known for its old quay and pannier market. It has a maritime feel, colourful streets and good access to the Tarka Trail and the wider coast.
Travel 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 Manchester to Ilfracombe.
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Ilfracombe:
A coach is £72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Ilfracombe costing on average £120.
A coach is £115 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Ilfracombe costing on average £163.
Other travel options to Ilfracombe take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 9m.
Coach takes on average 8h 30m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Ilfracombe as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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