Cycling Collection by Amy
Devon Coast to Coast – Pristine beaches to vast moorlands
6 days
1-2 h/day
174km
1,850m
1,750m
The Devon Coast to Coast is a 103-mile (165 km) route through North Devon from Ilfracombe on the edge of the Irish Sea to Plymouth on the English Channel. The route is suitable for most ages and levels of riders. It leads along railway lines converted into bike paths meaning 71 miles (114 km) of the Devon Coast to Coast are completely traffic free.
Some of the trails and paths are unpathed so you may prefer to use a hybrid or mountain bike, although any bike is managable. As there are no big hills to tackle, thicker tyres won’t slow you down too much.
Broken down into six sections, each stage of the Devon Coast to Coast shows you a different aspect of North Devon’s diverse landscapes; from pristine coastline to misty moors and luscious valleys to biodiverse wetlands. If you're looking for a bigger challenge, you can combine the sections together to cover more distance in one day.
Your adventure leads through centuries of history: from Norman invasions to Royalist strongholds, centres of the Industrial Revolution to impressive aqueducts and art nouveau hotels, with plenty of cafe and pub stops along the way.
This C2C begins in Ilfracombe, a popular seaside town nestled amongst jagged cliff faces. Known for its pretty harbour and sandy beaches, this quaint town is a lovely place to explore before setting off on your bike.
To get to Ilfracombe, take the train to Barnstaple and cycle or take a taxi from there as Ilfracombe has no train station. Barnstaple has direct trains from Exeter, Bristol and London. Alternatively, National Express runs direct buses from London to Ilfracombe daily. They accept bikes as long as they are correctly packaged in a bike box.
For more information on Ilfracombe, visit: visitilfracombe.co.uk
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Devon Coast to Coast
161km
1,770m
1,780m
Last updated: January 14, 2025
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Activities
26.7km
01:56
400m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
24.2km
01:29
60m
60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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23.4km
01:34
250m
140m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
32.9km
02:18
480m
380m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
40.1km
02:42
540m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
26.9km
01:33
120m
280m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Collection Stats
Activities
6
Distance
174 km
Duration
11:33 h
Elevation
1,850 m
1,750 m
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