How to get from Barnstaple to Woolacombe by bus?

By bus

To get from Barnstaple to Woolacombe in South West, take the 21 bus from Opposite Station Entrance, Barnstaple station to Mullacott Cross, Trimstone station. Next, take the 31 bus from Mullacott Cross, Trimstone station to Sands, Woolacombe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min.

95min
Bus - 2121
Bus - 3131
Walk to Woolacombe
Leaves from Opposite Station Entrance, Barnstaple

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Barnstaple
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Ilfracombe
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mullacott Cross, Trimstone
    ID dvnajpgj
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mullacott Cross, Trimstone
    ID dvnajpja
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Ilfracombe
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sands, Woolacombe
    ID dvnagjwg
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to Woolacombe
    Walk to
    Woolacombe
    The Esplanade
    250 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus via 301 and 31

To get from Barnstaple to Woolacombe in South West, take the 301 bus from Rail Station, Barnstaple station to Opposite Garage, Ilfracombe station. Next, take the 31 bus from Garage, Ilfracombe station to Sands, Woolacombe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min.

104min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 301301
Bus - 3131
Walk to Woolacombe
Leaves from Rail Station, Barnstaple

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station, Barnstaple
    ID dvnamtgt
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 301301
    Wait for bus
    301
    Combe Martin
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Opposite Garage, Ilfracombe
    ID dvnajtmw
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Garage, Ilfracombe
    ID dvnajtpd
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Ilfracombe
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sands, Woolacombe
    ID dvnagjwg
    24 min
  • 7
    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 Barnstaple to Woolacombe

The distance between Barnstaple, South West and Woolacombe, South West is approximately 17 mi, which can typically be travelled in 95 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple

Barnstaple is located at Barnstaple, South West and the nearest public transport station is Rail Station, Barnstaple.

Bus stations close to Barnstaple:

  • Rail Station, Barnstaple
  • Opposite Station Entrance, Barnstaple
  • Sticklepath Terrace, Barnstaple

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
  • Parish Church, Woolacombe
  • End Of Promenade, Woolacombe

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus via 301 and 31

To get from Barnstaple to Woolacombe in South West, take the 301 bus from Rail Station, Barnstaple station to Opposite Garage, Ilfracombe station. Next, take the 31 bus from Garage, Ilfracombe station to Sands, Woolacombe station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min.

104min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 301301
Bus - 3131
Walk to Woolacombe
Leaves from Rail Station, Barnstaple

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station, Barnstaple
    ID dvnamtgt
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 301301
    Wait for bus
    301
    Combe Martin
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Opposite Garage, Ilfracombe
    ID dvnajtmw
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Garage, Ilfracombe
    ID dvnajtpd
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Ilfracombe
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sands, Woolacombe
    ID dvnagjwg
    24 min
  • 7
    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 Barnstaple to Woolacombe?

    The fastest way takes 95 minutes, using Bus line 21, Bus line 31.

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

    The alternative route takes 104 minutes, using Bus line 301, Bus line 31.

  • Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Woolacombe?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Barnstaple to Woolacombe?

    The 21 bus line goes from Ilfracombe station near Barnstaple in North Devon to Mullacott Cross, Trimstone station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Mullacott Cross, Trimstone station near Woolacombe in South West.

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

    The total travel time between Barnstaple in North Devon and Woolacombe in South West by bus is about 1 hr 35 min.

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

    Get on the 21 bus from the Ilfracombe stop near Barnstaple in North Devon.

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

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

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