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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Woolacombe is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Southampton to Woolacombe?

The distance between Southampton and Woolacombe is 177 miles. The road distance is 143 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Woolacombe without a car is to train via Westbury which takes 5h 31m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Southampton to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Woolacombe bus from?

Southampton to Woolacombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Southampton to Woolacombe is to train via Westbury which takes 5h 31m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Southampton to Woolacombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Woolacombe is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Southampton to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2173+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Southampton to Woolacombe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Southampton to Woolacombe by train, bus, 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 via Westbury
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 31m
£115–207
Drive 142.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton to Woolacombecar 142.2 mi
3h 21m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 33m
£47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h 10m
£71–167

Southampton to Woolacombe by train and bus

110Weekly Services

7h 10mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Southampton to Woolacombe.

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Distance: 176.4 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Woolacombe via Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 9h 33m.

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