How to get to Ilfracombe from Oxford

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Compare for Oxford to Ilfracombe

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Ilfracombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £132 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £132, while a train costs an average of £132.

Distance: 207 km

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£44

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4h 15m

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3h 45m

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3h 36m

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Compare ways to travel from Oxford to Ilfracombe

Compare the available ways to get from Oxford to Ilfracombe, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Oxford to Ilfracombe is a train with an average price of £132.
The fastest way to travel from Oxford to Ilfracombe is by train with an average journey time of 4h 15m.
Yes, you can take a between Oxford and Ilfracombe.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £132 compared to roughly £44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£88. The journey takes 3h 45m versus 3h 36m 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.

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from Oxford to Ilfracombe

How to get to Ilfracombe from Oxford by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Oxford to Ilfracombe is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Oxford to Ilfracombe

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You can travel between Oxford and Ilfracombe by .
The cheapest way to travel from Oxford to Ilfracombe is a train with an average price of £132.
The fastest way to travel from Oxford to Ilfracombe is by train with an average journey time of 4h 15m.
The Oxford to Ilfracombe distance is approximately 207 km.
The average frequency per day from Oxford to Ilfracombe is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Oxford and Ilfracombe as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Oxford to Ilfracombe:
  • Trains mostly depart from Oxford station (OXF) and arrive in Barnstaple station (BNP).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Oxford to Ilfracombe, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry to go to Ilfracombe by train.
Omio customers who travel from Oxford to Ilfracombe often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, Barnstaple, Exeter, Exminster. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ilfracombe and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Oxford to Ilfracombe, you can take a .
To fully experience Ilfracombe's charming coastal scenery, historic harbour, and local attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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