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

The cheapest way to get from Newquay to Woolacombe is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Newquay to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 2h and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Newquay and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from Newquay to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Newquay and arriving at Barnstaple via Par and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Newquay to Woolacombe?

The distance between Newquay and Woolacombe is 157 miles. The road distance is 86.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newquay to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Newquay to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newquay to Woolacombe train from?

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

Where does the Newquay to Woolacombe train arrive?

Newquay to Woolacombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Newquay to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Newquay to Woolacombe is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Newquay to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 1929+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Newquay to Woolacombe - 3 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and line 31 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Par to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 32m
£110–174
Drive 85.7 mi
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1. Drive from Newquay to Woolacombecar 85.7 mi
2h
£22–31
Bus, train, line 31 bus
1. Take the bus from Great Western Hotel to Bus Stationbus 21 / ...
2. Take the train from St Austell to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to St James' Place Gardensbus 21B
5. Take the bus from St James' Place Gardens to Sandsbus 31
8h 17m

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Distance: 155.9 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Newquay to Woolacombe via Par, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 5h 32m.

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