What is the cheapest way to get from St Ives to Woolacombe?

The cheapest way to get from St Ives to Woolacombe is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from St Ives to Woolacombe?

The fastest way to get from St Ives to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between St Ives and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from St Ives to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from St Ives (Cornwall) and arriving at Barnstaple via St Erth and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from St Ives to Woolacombe?

The distance between St Ives and Woolacombe is 179 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

How do I travel from St Ives to Woolacombe without a car?

The best way to get from St Ives to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 5h 48m and costs £95 - £180.

How long does it take to get from St Ives to Woolacombe?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from St Ives to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St Ives to Woolacombe train from?

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

Where does the St Ives to Woolacombe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from St Ives to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between St Ives to Woolacombe is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from St Ives to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 1985+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

St Ives to Woolacombe - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from St Erth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 48m
£99–179
Drive 115.1 mi
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1. Drive from St Ives to Woolacombecar 115.1 mi
2h 31m
£29–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Terrace to Railway Stationbus 14
2. Take the train from Truro to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 57m
£67–132

St Ives to Woolacombe by bus and train

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8h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between St Ives, Cornwall, England and Woolacombe, England?

You can take a train from St Ives (Cornwall) to Woolacombe via St Erth, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 5h 48m.

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