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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Woolacombe is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Torquay to Woolacombe?

The distance between Torquay and Woolacombe is 78 miles. The road distance is 69 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Torquay to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Woolacombe train from?

Torquay to Woolacombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Paignton station.

Where does the Torquay to Woolacombe train arrive?

Torquay to Woolacombe train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Torquay to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Woolacombe is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Torquay to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 1963+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Torquay to Woolacombe - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Torquay to Woolacombe by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain Paignton - Exmouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 10m
£78–116
Drive 68.6 mi
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1. Drive from Torquay to Woolacombecar 68.6 mi
1h 48m
£17–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to St James' Place Gardensbus 21B
5h 3m
£30–55

Torquay to Woolacombe by train and bus

112Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 77.9 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Woolacombe via Exeter St Davids and Barnstaple in around 3h 10m.

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