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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Woolacombe is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 11h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 5h 38m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Sands via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

How far is it from Colchester to Woolacombe?

The distance between Colchester and Woolacombe is 280 miles. The road distance is 258.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £140 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Colchester to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Woolacombe bus from?

Colchester to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Colchester to Woolacombe is to train which takes 5h 57m and costs £140 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 11h 28m.

Where does the Colchester to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Colchester to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Woolacombe is 259 miles. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Colchester to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 1733+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Colchester to Woolacombe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Colchester to Woolacombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 57m
£147–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
11h 28m
£53–134
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
10h 24m
£77–170
Drive 257 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Woolacombecar 257 mi
5h 38m
£64–93
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly, drive
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
3. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Woolacombecar
10h 25m
£86–285
Train to London City Airport, fly, drive
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
3. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Woolacombecar
9h 50m
£305–894

Colchester to Woolacombe by train and bus

14Weekly Services

10h 24mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.4 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Woolacombe via Stratford, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Sands via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 11h 28m.

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