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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Woolacombe is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs £65 - £100.

How far is it from Preston to Woolacombe?

The distance between Preston and Woolacombe is 319 miles. The road distance is 280.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 31m and costs £85 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Preston to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Can I drive from Preston to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Woolacombe is 281 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Preston to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2058+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Preston to Woolacombe - 5 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Woolacombe by train or car

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 Preston 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
7h 31m
£85–256
Drive 279.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Woolacombe279.1 mi
5h 10m
£68–99
Train, drive via Crewe
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Swansea
3. Drive from Swansea to Woolacombe
8h 39m
£98–255
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swansea
3. Drive from Bracelet Bay to Woolacombe
10h 42m
£103–207
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Preston to Stafford
2. Take the train from Stafford to Teignmouth
3. Take the train from Teignmouth to Barnstaple
11h 20m
£149–387

Preston to Woolacombe by train and bus

8Weekly Services

11h 20mAverage Duration

£149Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Woolacombe.

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Distance: 317.3 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Woolacombe via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 7h 31m.

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