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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe is to bus via Bristol which costs £30 - £75 and takes 9h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick station to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from North Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Woolacombe?

The distance between Gatwick and Woolacombe is 240 miles. The road distance is 202 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 55m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Woolacombe bus from?

Gatwick to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North Terminal Bus Station.

Train or bus from Gatwick to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe is to train via Reading which takes 5h 55m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Gatwick to Woolacombe bus arrive?

Gatwick to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Woolacombe is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Gatwick to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2373+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Gatwick to Woolacombe - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 55m
£126–230
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 47m
£34–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
8h 52m
£45–105
Drive 200.8 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Woolacombecar 200.8 mi
4h 24m
£50–72
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 14m
£117–282
Train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
9h 11m
£96–223
Bus via Bristol #2
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 57m
£47–113

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT) flights

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Gatwick to Woolacombe.

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Distance: 238.6 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Woolacombe via Reading, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 8h 52m.

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