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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Woolacombe and Newquay?

No, there is no direct train from Woolacombe to Newquay. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Newquay via Exeter St Davids and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Woolacombe to Newquay?

The distance between Woolacombe and Newquay is 157 miles. The road distance is 86.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Woolacombe to Newquay without a car is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Woolacombe to Newquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Woolacombe to Newquay train from?

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

Where does the Woolacombe to Newquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Woolacombe to Newquay?

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

Where can I stay near Newquay?

There are 3246+ hotels available in Newquay.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 53m
£113–174
Drive 85.6 mi
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1. Drive from Woolacombe to Newquaycar 85.6 mi
2h 2m
£22–31
Line 31 bus, bus, train, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Sands to St James' Place Gardensbus 31
2. Take the bus from St James' Place Gardens to Rail Stationbus 21B
3. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Austelltrain
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hilgrove Roadbus 21 / ...
8h 25m

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Distance: 155.8 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a vehicle from Woolacombe to Newquay via Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Par in around 5h 53m.

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