What is the cheapest way to get from Woolacombe to Barry Island?

The cheapest way to get from Woolacombe to Barry Island is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 8h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Woolacombe to Barry Island?

The fastest way to get from Woolacombe to Barry Island is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Woolacombe and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Woolacombe to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Sands and arriving at Barry Kwik Fit via Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Woolacombe and Barry Island?

No, there is no direct train from Woolacombe to Barry Island. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Barry Island via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Woolacombe to Barry Island?

The distance between Woolacombe and Barry Island is 179 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

How do I travel from Woolacombe to Barry Island without a car?

The best way to get from Woolacombe to Barry Island without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 9m and costs £70 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Woolacombe to Barry Island?

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Woolacombe to Barry Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Woolacombe to Barry Island bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Woolacombe to Barry Island train from?

Woolacombe to Barry Island train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Woolacombe to Barry Island?

The best way to get from Woolacombe to Barry Island is to train via Bristol which takes 6h 9m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Woolacombe to Barry Island bus arrive?

Woolacombe to Barry Island bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Woolacombe to Barry Island train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Woolacombe to Barry Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Woolacombe to Barry Island is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Woolacombe to Barry Island.

Where can I stay near Barry Island?

There are 1561+ hotels available in Barry Island.

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 9m
£71–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
8h 42m
£29–64
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Woolacombe to Barry Islandcar 135 mi
3h 11m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 54m
£73–140

Woolacombe to Barry Island by bus and train

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Woolacombe, England and Barry Island, Wales?

You can take a bus from Sands to Barry Island via Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sands to Barry Kwik Fit via Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 in around 8h 42m.

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