What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter is to drive which costs £20 - £29 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Exeter Central via Southampton Central and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Exeter?

The distance between Bournemouth and Exeter is 142 miles. The road distance is 81 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £30 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Exeter?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Bournemouth to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Exeter bus from?

Bournemouth to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Exeter train from?

Bournemouth to Exeter train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Exeter?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £90 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Exeter bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Exeter train arrive?

Bournemouth to Exeter train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Exeter is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Bournemouth to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth to Exeter?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Bournemouth to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bournemouth to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton CentralWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 52m
£34–80
Drive 80.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Exeter80.5 mi
1h 46m
£21–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouth
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus StationX53
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail StationX53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Station44A
5h 42m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Westover Road to Meeting House LaneX3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAX3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Central
4h 16m
£21–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Street501 / ...
6h 5m
£23–90

Bournemouth to Exeter by train

112Weekly Trains

3h 52mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.8 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Exeter Central via Southampton Central and Salisbury in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 5m.

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