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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Sands via Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Woolacombe?

The distance between Cardiff and Woolacombe is 164 miles. The road distance is 127.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Woolacombe bus from?

Cardiff to Woolacombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Woolacombe train from?

Cardiff to Woolacombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Cardiff to Woolacombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Woolacombe train arrive?

Cardiff to Woolacombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Woolacombe is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cardiff to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 1929+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Cardiff to Woolacombe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 32m
£109–182
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
8h 13m
£23–37
Drive 126.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Woolacombecar 126.8 mi
2h 53m
£32–46

Cardiff to Woolacombe by bus

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8h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Woolacombe, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Woolacombe via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Sands via Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 8h 13m.

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