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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sands via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Woolacombe is 258 miles. The road distance is 195.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £160 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Woolacombe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Woolacombe train from?

Shrewsbury to Woolacombe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs £160 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 10h 32m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Woolacombe train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Woolacombe train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Woolacombe is 195 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2372+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Shrewsbury to Woolacombe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury 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 38m
£166–264
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
10h 32m
£46–116
Drive 193.9 mi
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Woolacombecar 193.9 mi
4h 27m
£48–69
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 9m
£102–188
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 40m
£111–205

Shrewsbury to Woolacombe by train and bus

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9h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Woolacombe via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sands via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 10h 32m.

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