Probably the most spectacular way to arrive in North Devon is to follow the South West Cost Path along the North Somerset and North Devon coasts to Lynton, Ilfracombe and then inland to Barnstaple and Broomhill. More information including maps and links to accommodation here.

By bicycle

The North Devon area is well served by national and local cycle routes. Detailed maps and information here.

By car

From the east, North Devon is best reached along the A361 then the A39. This route is reached from Junction 27 on the M5. If you are travelling from the west or south the best access is via the A39 up through Bude or the A386 from Okehampton. Follow the road to Lynton from Barnstaple town centre, then turn left towards Ilfracombe after the hospital. More information here.

By coach

National Express operate schedules services from London, the Midlands and elsewhere to North Devon. More information here.

By train

North Devon is served by the Tarka Line from Exeter St David’s to Barnstaple. One of the countries prettiest scheduled train routes, it provides a beautiful entry to North Devon. Train schedules from your local station are available here.

By boat

If you are arriving by sea – then you will want mooring facilities. More information is available here (it is a site dealing with boat launching but includes contact details for mooring arrangements in North Devon.

By ferry

To and from Lundy Island there is a ferry based at Bideford Harbour. More information here.

From France, Brittany Ferries offer a regular service from Roscoff in Britanny to Plymouth. More information here.

By air

There are scheduled flights from Shannon, Eire and the Channel Islands to Exeter Airport and from Paris, Cork, Gatwick and other places in the UK to Plymouth Airport. More information here: Exeter or Plymouth