How to get from Southampton to Woolacombe by bus and train?

From Southampton to Woolacombe by bus and train

To get from Southampton to Woolacombe in South West, you’ll need to take 3 train lines and 2 bus lines: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Southampton Central station to Salisbury station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train, then the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train, then the 21 bus and finally take the 31 bus from Mullacott Cross, Trimstone station to Sands, Woolacombe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 23 min. The bus and train schedule from Southampton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Woolacombe on the Moovit app.

383min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 2121
Bus - 3131
Walk to Woolacombe
Leaves from Southampton Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Southampton
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Cardiff Central
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salisbury
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter St Davids
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    116 min
  • 6
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Barnstaple
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Barnstaple
    66 min
  • 8
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Station Entrance, Barnstaple
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    60 m • 1 min
  • 9
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Ilfracombe
  • 10
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mullacott Cross, Trimstone
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    51 min
  • 11
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mullacott Cross, Trimstone
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    10 m • 1 min
  • 12
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Ilfracombe
  • 13
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sands, Woolacombe
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    11 min
  • 14
    Walk to Woolacombe
    Walk to
    Woolacombe
    The Esplanade
    230 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Southampton to Woolacombe

The distance between Southampton, South West and Woolacombe, South West is approximately 248.17 km, which can typically be travelled in 383 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Southampton to Woolacombe by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Southampton to Woolacombe

To check the bus and train schedule from Southampton to Woolacombe using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Southampton) and destination (Woolacombe), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 383 minutes, using Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY, Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 21, Bus line 31.

  • Is there a direct train between Southampton and Woolacombe in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from Southampton to Woolacombe in South West?

    The GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from Cardiff Central station near Southampton to Salisbury station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines till Salisbury station near Woolacombe in South West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Southampton to Woolacombe in South West by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Southampton and Woolacombe in South West by train and bus is about 6 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Southampton to get to Woolacombe in South West?

    Get on the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from the Cardiff Central station near Southampton in South West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Southampton and Woolacombe in South West?

    Get off the train at the Salisbury stop, which is closest to Woolacombe in South West.

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