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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Woolacombe is to bus via Bus Station which costs £22 - £40 and takes 12h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Sands via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Barnstaple via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Dorset to Woolacombe?

The distance between Dorset and Woolacombe is 162 miles. The road distance is 99.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Dorset to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Woolacombe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Woolacombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Dorset to Woolacombe is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 11h 9m.

Where does the Dorset to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Dorset to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Dorset to Woolacombe train arrive?

Dorset to Woolacombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Woolacombe is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Dorset to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 1963+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Dorset to Woolacombe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to Woolacombe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 50m
£104–169
Bus via Bus Station
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1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
12h 7m
£23–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
11h 9m
£24–42
Drive 99.2 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Woolacombecar 99.2 mi
2h 27m
£25–36

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Distance: 160.9 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Woolacombe via Kings Statue, Weymouth, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 6h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Sands via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 11h 9m.

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