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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Ilfracombe
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
109 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Ilfracombe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Ilfracombe will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
It's difficult to get from Bristol to Ilfracombe without transferring at least once.
G01131+
Y415038:45 AM2h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:25 AMBarnstaple station (BNP)€531One-way1 transfer- W29862+Y4152012:45 PM2h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3:25 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)€531One-way1 transfer
- Y41669 · Y415321:58 PM4h26Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)6:24 PMChapelton station (CPN)€531One-way1 transfer
- G01135+Y4151210:45 AM2h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:29 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)€531One-way1 transfer
- G01133+Y415089:45 AM2h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:25 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)€531One-way1 transfer
- G01130+Y414988:11 AM2h18Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)10:29 AMBarnstaple station (BNP)€661One-way1 transfer
- G01131+Y415038:45 AM2h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)11:25 AMBarnstaple station (BNP)€531One-way1 transfer
- W29862+Y4152012:45 PM2h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)3:25 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)€531One-way1 transfer
- G01133+Y415089:45 AM2h40Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)12:25 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)€531One-way1 transfer
- G01135+Y4151210:45 AM2h44Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)1:29 PMBarnstaple station (BNP)€531One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Ilfracombe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Ilfracombe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €18, and a bus costs an average of €22.
Distance: 109 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bristol to Ilfracombe train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Ilfracombe trains for tomorrow, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G01130+Y41498 | On time 8:11 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h18 | 10:29 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
| G01131+Y41503 | 8:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h40 | 11:25 AM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
| G01133+Y41508 | 9:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h40 | 12:25 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
| G01135+Y41512 | 10:45 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h44 | 1:29 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
| G01140+Y41516 | 11:42 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h45 | 2:27 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
| W29862+Y41520 | 12:45 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 2h40 | 3:25 PM Barnstaple station (BNP) | 1 transfer | |
| Y41669 · Y41532 | 1:58 PM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI) | 4h26 | 6:24 PM Chapelton station (CPN) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Ilfracombe
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Ilfracombe run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 109 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 109 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 40m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 11:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol to Ilfracombe trainsGreat Western Railway trains will get you between Bristol and Ilfracombe from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Ilfracombe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Ilfracombe
Most Bristol to Ilfracombe trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Barnstaple station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Ilfracombe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Getting to Sea Mills from Bristol city centre
Sea Mills is 4 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Sea Mills train station facilities and services
Sea Mills has practical services for this route, including Parking, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sea Mills: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Sea Mills: Bike Parking.
Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre
Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:
Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services
Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Dexters, Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the airport terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bristol, Airport. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bristol, Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol, Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol, Airport: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol, Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport, Holiday Inn Bristol Airport, Winford Manor Hotel.
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