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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Ilfracombe

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 10

Cheapest price on Sep 10

€66

Average ticket price on Sep 10

€66

Fastest journey on Sep 10

2 h 54 m

Average journey duration on Sep 10

3 h 10 m

Trains on Sep 10

Distance

109 km

Cheap tickets

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 €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €66.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Bristol to Ilfracombe without transferring at least once.

G15440 · Y41493
5:55 AM3h33
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
9:28 AMBarnstaple station (BNP)
€661One-way
1 transfer
G15179 · Y41488
5:22 AM2h54
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
8:16 AMChapelton station (CPN)
€661One-way
1 transfer
G15179 · Y41488
5:22 AM3h03
Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)
8:25 AMBarnstaple station (BNP)
€661One-way
1 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 an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, while a bus costs an average of €30.

Distance: 109 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
€25 Average price Cheapest	€30 Average price	€40 Average price (fuel + tolls)
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Bristol to Ilfracombe is a train with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Ilfracombe:

A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bristol to Ilfracombe costing on average €30.

The fastest way to travel from Bristol to Ilfracombe is by train with an average journey time of 2h 10m.

Other travel options to Ilfracombe take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 9m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Ilfracombe including taking a bus and train.

Live departures

Bristol to Ilfracombe train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Ilfracombe trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
G15179 · Y41488	5:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	2h54	8:16 AM Chapelton station (CPN)	1 transfer
G15179 · Y41488	5:22 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	3h03	8:25 AM Barnstaple station (BNP)	1 transfer
G15440 · Y41493	5:55 AM Bristol Temple Meads (BRI)	3h33	9:28 AM Barnstaple station (BNP)	1 transfer
This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Bristol to Ilfracombe trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway operates all trains services from Bristol to Ilfracombe.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Ilfracombe

United Kingdom

Trains from Bristol to Ilfracombe run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. 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 18m.

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

109 km

Average train duration

2h 10m

Cheapest ticket price

€18

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 18m

First train

5:22 AM

Last train

11:48 PM

Cheapest Month

May

Cheapest Day

Thu

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

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.

Great Western Railway

About

Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Great Western Railway Duration

2h 18m

Cheapest Great Western Railway Price

€18

Luggage included

Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund policies apply as per ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is cancelled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes

Seat reservation

Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available

Pets

Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger

Quiet zone

Learn more about Great Western Railway

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.

Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Ilfracombe can start from as little as €18 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Ilfracombe is €25; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Bristol to Ilfracombe is 2h 18m to travel the 109 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Bristol to Ilfracombe leaves at 5:22 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Bristol to Ilfracombe leaves at 11:48 PM.

There are 8 trains a day from Bristol to Ilfracombe which require at least one change with Great Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Bristol to Ilfracombe, you can count on Great Western Railway for the best way to get you to Ilfracombe. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bristol and Ilfracombe and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Ilfracombe from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 18m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bristol to Ilfracombe is May.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Ilfracombe including taking a bus and train.

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.

Departure train stations in Bristol

Arrival train stations in Ilfracombe

Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · €4 · every ~12 min

X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · €4 · every ~49 min

512 · 14m

9 · 15m · €4 · every ~22 min

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.

More about Bristol Temple Meads

Bristol, AirportLulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom+44 371 334 4444 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre

Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

BusFal · 19m · €11 · every ~4 min

A1 · 29m · €4 · every ~30 min

A1 · 32m · €4 · every ~30 min

A1 · 39m · €4 · every ~30 min

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.