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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Woolacombe is to fly and bus which costs £70 - £210 and takes 11h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 8h 24m and costs £110 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 23m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Woolacombe?

The distance between Edinburgh and Woolacombe is 510 miles. The road distance is 460.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 9h 51m and costs £230 - £400.

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

It takes approximately 9h 51m to get from Edinburgh to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Woolacombe bus from?

Edinburgh to Woolacombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Woolacombe is to train which takes 9h 51m and costs £230 - £400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £270 and takes 17h 23m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Woolacombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Woolacombe is 461 miles. It takes approximately 8h 24m to drive from Edinburgh to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2173+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Edinburgh to Woolacombe - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Edinburgh to Woolacombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 51m
£233–395
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Ukxn10
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
17h 23m
£72–268
Drive 458 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Woolacombecar 458 mi
8h 24m
£113–163
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Exeter, train, bus, line 31 bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Exeter (EXT)plane EDI - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to St James' Place Gardensbus
4. Take the bus from St James' Place Gardens to Sandsbus
8h 10m
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 42m
£84–196
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 27m
£97–223
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 54m
£100–269
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
11h 6m
£154–354
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
10h 28m
£138–250
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Luton Airport, bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus
11h 42m
£74–210

Edinburgh to Woolacombe by bus

28Weekly Buses

17h 23mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Woolacombe.

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Distance: 507.5 mi
Duration: 9h 51m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Woolacombe, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Woolacombe via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 9h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 17h 23m.

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