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 bus between Newquay and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Newquay station to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sands via Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

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 35m.

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 35m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Newquay to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newquay to Woolacombe bus from?

Newquay to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

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.

Train or bus from Newquay to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Newquay to Woolacombe is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Newquay to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Newquay to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus 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 1985+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Newquay to Woolacombe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 31 bus

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

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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 35m
£110–180
Drive 85.7 mi
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1. Drive from Newquay to Woolacombecar 85.7 mi
2h
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 805
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
8h 51m
£38–96
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
7h 47m

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Distance: 155.9 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sands via Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 8h 51m.

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