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 £55 - £140 and takes 11h 21m.

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 42m 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 London Victoria, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Colchester to Woolacombe?

The distance between Colchester and Woolacombe is 280 miles. The road distance is 259.2 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 6h 1m and costs £160 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m 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.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Woolacombe train from?

Colchester to Woolacombe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Colchester to Woolacombe is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £160 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 11h 21m.

Where does the Colchester to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Colchester to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Colchester to Woolacombe train arrive?

Colchester to Woolacombe train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Woolacombe is 259 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Colchester to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2382+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

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

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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
6h 1m
£165–291
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to London Victoriabus 816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 502
11h 21m
£56–137
Drive 257.7 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Woolacombecar 257.7 mi
5h 42m
£64–92
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
13h 24m
£86–265
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain
3. Drive from Bridgend to Woolacombecar
7h 4m
£134–236
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 48m
£375–1,091

Colchester to Woolacombe by bus

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11h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.4 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Sands via London Victoria, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 11h 21m.

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