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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Woolacombe is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 10h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Sands via Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

How far is it from Manchester to Woolacombe?

The distance between Manchester and Woolacombe is 298 miles. The road distance is 258.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Woolacombe without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 54m and costs £85 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Manchester to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Woolacombe bus from?

Manchester to Woolacombe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Manchester to Woolacombe is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 54m and costs £85 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 10h 49m.

Where does the Manchester to Woolacombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Woolacombe is 258 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Manchester to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2058+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester 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 via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
6h 54m
£85–241
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
10h 49m
£33–64
Drive 256.8 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Woolacombe256.8 mi
4h 59m
£63–91
Fly, drive
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)MAN - CWL
2. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Woolacombe
8h 12m
£92–226
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Exeter St DavidsManchester Piccadilly - Paignton
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
8h 38m
£69–276
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
10h 49m
£33–64

Manchester to Woolacombe by bus

14Weekly Buses

10h 49mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Woolacombe.

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Distance: 295.9 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Woolacombe via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Sands via Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 10h 49m.

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