What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Woolacombe?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Woolacombe is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 10h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Woolacombe?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Barnstaple via Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Woolacombe?

The distance between Bournemouth and Woolacombe is 206 miles. The road distance is 122 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Woolacombe without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £120 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Woolacombe?

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Bournemouth to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Woolacombe bus from?

Bournemouth to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Woolacombe train from?

Bournemouth to Woolacombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Woolacombe is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Woolacombe train arrive?

Bournemouth to Woolacombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Woolacombe is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Bournemouth to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2370+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Bournemouth to Woolacombe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Woolacombe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 35m
£125–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
10h 6m
£25–43
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 46m
£42–76
Drive 121.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Woolacombecar 121.3 mi
2h 56m
£30–44
Bus, train, line 31 bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to St James' Place Gardensbus 21B
6. Take the bus from St James' Place Gardens to Sandsbus 31
8h 43m

Bournemouth to Woolacombe by bus

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9h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Woolacombe, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Woolacombe via Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 9h 46m.

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