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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at End of Promenade via Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Woolacombe?

The distance between Cardiff and Woolacombe is 164 miles. The road distance is 127.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 28m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Woolacombe bus from?

Cardiff to Woolacombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 28m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Cardiff to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Cardiff to Woolacombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Woolacombe is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 1855+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Cardiff to Woolacombe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
4h 28m
£53–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
7h 7m
£30–49
Drive 126.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Woolacombe126.8 mi
2h 52m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 1m
£54–93

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Woolacombe.

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Distance: 163 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Woolacombe, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Woolacombe via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to End of Promenade via Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 7h 7m.

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