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

The cheapest way to get from Woolacombe to Poole is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Woolacombe to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Woolacombe and Poole?

No, there is no direct train from Woolacombe to Poole. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Poole via Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Woolacombe to Poole?

The distance between Woolacombe and Poole is 172 miles. The road distance is 117.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Woolacombe to Poole without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Woolacombe to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Woolacombe to Poole train from?

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

Where does the Woolacombe to Poole train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Woolacombe to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Woolacombe to Poole is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Woolacombe to Poole.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2459+ hotels available in Poole.

Woolacombe to Poole - 3 ways to travel via train, line 31 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
4. Take the train from Upwey to Pooletrain
6h 33m
£115–186
Drive 117 mi
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1. Drive from Woolacombe to Poolecar 117 mi
2h 47m
£29–42
Line 31 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sands to St James' Place Gardensbus 31
2. Take the bus from St James' Place Gardens to Rail Stationbus 21B
3. Take the train from Barnstaple to Axminstertrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Garagebus X53 / ...
6. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain
7h 55m

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Distance: 171 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a vehicle from Woolacombe to Poole via Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, and Upwey in around 6h 33m.

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