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How to get from Exeter to Woolacombe by bus?

From Exeter to Woolacombe by bus

To get from Exeter to Woolacombe in South West, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 5C bus from Paris Street, Exeter City Centre station to Labbett's Cross, Chawleigh station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 325 bus and finally take the 303 bus from Bus Station, Barnstaple station to Sands, Woolacombe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 43 min.

223min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 5C5C
Bus - 325325
Bus - 303303
Walk to Woolacombe
Leaves from Paris Street, Exeter City Centre
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  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Paris Street, Exeter City Centre
    ID dvndmjmt
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 5C5C
    Wait for bus
    5C
    Chulmleigh
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Labbett's Cross, Chawleigh
    ID dvngjpwa
    60 min
  • 4
    Bus - 325325
    Wait for bus
    325
    Barnstaple
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bus Station, Barnstaple
    ID dvnamwdw
    66 min
  • 6
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    Walk to bus station
    Bus Station, Barnstaple
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    70 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 303303
    Wait for bus
    303
    Barnstaple
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sands, Woolacombe
    ID dvnagjwg
    55 min
  • 9
    Walk to Woolacombe
    Walk to
    Woolacombe
    The Esplanade
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Exeter to Woolacombe by bus and train

To get from Exeter to Woolacombe in South West, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter Central station to Barnstaple station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 301 bus and finally take the 303 bus from Queens Theatre, Barnstaple station to Sands, Woolacombe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 45 min.

165min
Walk to train station
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 301301
Bus - 303303
Walk to Woolacombe
Leaves from Exeter Central
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    Exeter Central
    690 yd • 9 min
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    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
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    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Barnstaple
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    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Barnstaple
    74 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station, Barnstaple
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    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 301301
    Wait for bus
    301
    Combe Martin
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Queens Theatre, Barnstaple
    ID dvnamwam
    11 min
  • 7
    Bus - 303303
    Wait for bus
    303
    Barnstaple
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sands, Woolacombe
    ID dvnagjwg
    55 min
  • 9
    Walk to Woolacombe
    Walk to
    Woolacombe
    The Esplanade
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Exeter to Woolacombe
The distance between Exeter, South West and Woolacombe, South West is approximately 58.2 mi, which can typically be travelled in 223 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Exeter to Woolacombe by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Exeter

Exeter is located at New North Road, South West and the nearest public transport station is High Street, Exeter City Centre.

Train stations close to Exeter:

  • Exeter St Thomas
  • Exeter St Davids
  • Pinhoe

Bus stations close to Exeter:

  • High Street, Exeter City Centre
  • Paris Street, Exeter City Centre
  • Sidwell Street, Exeter City Centre
Public transport stations close to Woolacombe, South West

Woolacombe is located at The Esplanade, South West and the nearest public transport station is Sands, Woolacombe.

Bus stations close to Woolacombe:

  • Sands, Woolacombe
  • End Of Promenade, Woolacombe
  • Parish Church, Woolacombe

From Exeter to Woolacombe by bus and train

To get from Exeter to Woolacombe in South West, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter Central station to Barnstaple station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 301 bus and finally take the 303 bus from Queens Theatre, Barnstaple station to Sands, Woolacombe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 45 min.

165min
Walk to train station
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 301301
Bus - 303303
Walk to Woolacombe
Leaves from Exeter Central
Step by Step
  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Exeter Central
    690 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Barnstaple
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Barnstaple
    74 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station, Barnstaple
    ID dvnamtgt
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 301301
    Wait for bus
    301
    Combe Martin
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Queens Theatre, Barnstaple
    ID dvnamwam
    11 min
  • 7
    Bus - 303303
    Wait for bus
    303
    Barnstaple
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sands, Woolacombe
    ID dvnagjwg
    55 min
  • 9
    Walk to Woolacombe
    Walk to
    Woolacombe
    The Esplanade
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to Woolacombe?

    The fastest way takes 223 minutes, using Bus line 5C, Bus line 325, Bus line 303.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Exeter to Woolacombe?

    The alternative route takes 165 minutes, using Bus line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 301, Bus line 303.

  • Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Woolacombe?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Exeter to Woolacombe?

    The 5C bus line goes from Paris Street, Exeter City Centre station near Exeter in Exeter to Chulmleigh station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Chulmleigh station near Woolacombe in South West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Exeter to Woolacombe by bus?

    The total travel time between Exeter in Exeter and Woolacombe in South West by bus is about 3 hr 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Exeter to get to Woolacombe?

    Get on the 5C bus from the Paris Street, Exeter City Centre stop near Exeter in Exeter.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Exeter and Woolacombe?

    Get off the bus at the Chulmleigh stop, which is closest to Woolacombe in South West.

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