How to get from Ilfracombe to Exeter by bus and train?

From Ilfracombe to Exeter by bus and train

To get from Ilfracombe to Exeter you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 21B bus from The Bastille station to Rail Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train and finally take the 6A bus from St Davids Station station to Sidwell Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Ilfracombe may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

144min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 21B21B
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 6A6A
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from The Bastille

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Bastille
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    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 21B21B
    Wait for bus
    21B
    Barnstaple Rail Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station
    ID dvnamtgt
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Barnstaple
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    73 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    St Davids Station
    ID dvndmawd
    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 6A6A
    Wait for bus
    6A
    Exeter Bus Station
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sidwell Street
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    8 min
  • 10
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    New North Road
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ilfracombe to Exeter by bus and train via 21B and GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY

To get from Ilfracombe to Exeter in Exeter, take the 21B bus from The Bastille station to Rail Station station. Next, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Barnstaple station to Exeter Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Ilfracombe may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

144min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 21B21B
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from The Bastille

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Bastille
    ID dvnajtmd
    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 21B21B
    Wait for bus
    21B
    Barnstaple Rail Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station
    ID dvnamtgt
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Barnstaple
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter Central
    77 min
  • 7
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    New North Road
    650 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ilfracombe to Exeter

The distance between Ilfracombe and Exeter is approximately 88.29 km, which can typically be travelled in 144 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ilfracombe to Exeter by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Exeter – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ilfracombe to Exeter

To check the bus and train schedule from Ilfracombe to Exeter using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ilfracombe) and destination (Exeter), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Alternative route from Ilfracombe to Exeter by bus and train via 21B and GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY

To get from Ilfracombe to Exeter in Exeter, take the 21B bus from The Bastille station to Rail Station station. Next, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Barnstaple station to Exeter Central station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Ilfracombe may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exeter on the Moovit app.

144min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 21B21B
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Walk to Exeter
Leaves from The Bastille

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    The Bastille
    ID dvnajtmd
    190 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 21B21B
    Wait for bus
    21B
    Barnstaple Rail Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rail Station
    ID dvnamtgt
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Barnstaple
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter Central
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter Central
    77 min
  • 7
    Walk to Exeter
    Walk to
    Exeter
    New North Road
    650 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Exeter?

    The fastest way takes 144 minutes, using Bus line 21B, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 6A.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ilfracombe to Exeter?

    The alternative route takes 144 minutes, using Bus line 21B, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Exeter?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 24 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ilfracombe to Exeter?

    The 21B bus line goes from The Bastille station near Ilfracombe in Ilfracombe to Barnstaple Rail Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Barnstaple Rail Station station near Exeter.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ilfracombe to Exeter by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Ilfracombe and Exeter by bus and train is about 2 hr 24 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ilfracombe to get to Exeter?

    Get on the 21B bus from the The Bastille stop near Ilfracombe in Ilfracombe.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ilfracombe and Exeter?

    Get off the bus at the Barnstaple Rail Station stop, which is closest to Exeter.

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