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

The cheapest way to get from Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which costs £27 - £45 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall) is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £27 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Woolacombe and St Ives (Cornwall)?

No, there is no direct train from Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall). However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at St Ives (Cornwall) via Exeter St Davids and St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall)?

The distance between Woolacombe and St Ives (Cornwall) is 179 miles. The road distance is 115.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall) without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall), including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall)?

Yes, the driving distance between Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall) is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall).

Where can I stay near St Ives (Cornwall)?

There are 2947+ hotels available in St Ives (Cornwall).

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to St Erthtrain Exeter St Davids - Penzance / ...
5h 44m
£99–180
Drive 114.7 mi
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1. Drive from Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall)car 114.7 mi
2h 30m
£28–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Trurotrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Harbour Hotelbus 14
9h 26m
£69–135

Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall) by bus and train

66Weekly Services

9h 26mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.3 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a vehicle from Woolacombe to St Ives (Cornwall) via Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and St Erth in around 5h 44m.

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