How to get from Exeter Central to Woolacombe by bus and train?

From Exeter Central to Woolacombe by bus and train

To get from Exeter Central to Woolacombe in Mortehoe, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Exeter St Davids station to Barnstaple station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 21B bus and finally take the 31 bus from Mullacott Cross station to Sands station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 8 min. The bus and train schedule from Exeter Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Woolacombe on the Moovit app.

188min
Walk to train station
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Bus - 21B21B
Bus - 3131
Walk to Woolacombe
Leaves from Exeter St Davids

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Exeter St Davids
    900 m • 12 min
  • 2
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    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Barnstaple
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Barnstaple
    57 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Rail Station
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    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 21B21B
    Wait for bus
    21B
    Ilfracombe St James' Place Gardens
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mullacott Cross
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    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mullacott Cross
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    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 3131
    Wait for bus
    31
    Ilfracombe
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sands
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    17 min
  • 10
    Walk to Woolacombe
    Walk to
    Woolacombe
    The Esplanade
    250 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Exeter Central to Woolacombe

The distance between Exeter Central, Mortehoe and Woolacombe, Mortehoe is approximately 90.09 km, which can typically be travelled in 188 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Exeter Central to Woolacombe by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Mortehoe – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Exeter Central to Woolacombe

To check the bus and train timetable from Exeter Central to Woolacombe using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Exeter Central) 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Exeter Central to Woolacombe?

    The fastest way takes 188 minutes, using Train line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line 21B, Bus line 31.

  • Is there a direct train between Exeter Central and Woolacombe?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 8 min.

  • Which train line goes from Exeter Central to Woolacombe?

    The GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from Exeter St Davids station near Exeter Central in Exeter to Barnstaple station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Barnstaple station near Woolacombe in Mortehoe.

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

    The total travel time between Exeter Central in Exeter and Woolacombe in Mortehoe by train and bus is about 3 hr 8 min.

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

    Get on the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from the Exeter St Davids station near Exeter Central in Exeter.

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

    Get off the train at the Barnstaple stop, which is closest to Woolacombe in Mortehoe.

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