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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Woolacombe is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Woolacombe is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £26 - £31.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Queens Theatre and arriving at Sands via Lee Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Woolacombe?

The distance between Barnstaple and Woolacombe is 16 miles. The road distance is 11.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Woolacombe without a car is to line 303 bus which takes 1h 23m and costs £4 - £7.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Barnstaple to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Woolacombe bus from?

Barnstaple to Woolacombe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Queens Theatre station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Woolacombe bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Lee Cross station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Woolacombe is 11 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Barnstaple to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 1681+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Barnstaple to Woolacombe - 4 ways to travel via line 303 bus, taxi, car

There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Woolacombe by bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 303 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Queens Theatre to Lee Cross303
1h 23m
£5–6
Drive 11.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Woolacombe11.1 mi
25 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnstaple to Woolacombe11.1 mi
25 min
£26–31
Bus, line 31 bus
1. Take the bus from Queens Theatre to St James' Place Gardens21B
2. Take the bus from St James' Place Gardens to Sands31
2h 7m

Barnstaple to Woolacombe by bus

50Weekly Buses

1h 23mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 15.5 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

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

Stagecoach South West operates a bus from Queens Theatre to Lee Cross every 4 hours. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 38 min.

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