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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Woolacombe is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Sands via Arle Court Transport Hub, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Woolacombe?

The distance between Gloucester and Woolacombe is 165 miles. The road distance is 126.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Gloucester to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Woolacombe bus from?

Gloucester to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Woolacombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Gloucester to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Woolacombe is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 8h.

Where does the Gloucester to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Gloucester to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Gloucester to Woolacombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Woolacombe is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Gloucester to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2403+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester 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 33m
£90–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Stationbus 105
8h
£30–72
Drive 126 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Woolacombecar 126 mi
2h 46m
£31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to St James' Place Gardensbus 21B
5h 41m
£71–137

Gloucester to Woolacombe by train and bus

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5h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Woolacombe via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £25–65 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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