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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe is to bus via Bristol which costs £35 - £80 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Barnstaple via Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Woolacombe?

The distance between Gatwick and Woolacombe is 240 miles. The road distance is 202.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £150 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Woolacombe bus from?

Gatwick to Woolacombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Woolacombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £150 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Gatwick to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Gatwick to Woolacombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Gatwick to Woolacombe train arrive?

Gatwick to Woolacombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Woolacombe is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Gatwick to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2366+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 57m
£150–263
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
10h 14m
£36–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 19m
£41–105
Drive 200.9 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Woolacombecar 200.9 mi
4h 24m
£50–72
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 13m
£109–251

Gatwick to Woolacombe by bus

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Distance: 238.6 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Woolacombe via Reading, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 9h 19m.

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