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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Woolacombe is to bus via Bristol which costs £35 - £75 and takes 10h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Sands via Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Leicester to Woolacombe?

The distance between Leicester and Woolacombe is 255 miles. The road distance is 206.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £150 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Leicester to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Woolacombe bus from?

Leicester to Woolacombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Woolacombe train from?

Leicester to Woolacombe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Leicester to Woolacombe is to train which takes 6h 36m and costs £150 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 10h 16m.

Where does the Leicester to Woolacombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Woolacombe train arrive?

Leicester to Woolacombe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Woolacombe is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Leicester to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2409+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 36m
£154–226
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
10h 16m
£36–74
Drive 205.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Woolacombecar 205.3 mi
4h 15m
£50–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
10h 36m
£46–109

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Distance: 253.8 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Woolacombe via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Sands via Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 10h 16m.

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