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 £19 - £29 and takes 1h 47m.

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 47m and costs £19 - £29.

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 51m.

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 51m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Bournemouth to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Exeter train from?

Bournemouth to Exeter train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth 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 47m to drive from Bournemouth to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 361+ hotels available in Exeter.

Bournemouth to Exeter - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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 Centraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 51m
£35–75
Drive 80.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Exetercar 80.5 mi
1h 47m
£20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
6h 35m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Westover Road to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain
4h 14m
£22–49

Bournemouth to Exeter by train

116Weekly Trains

3h 51mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.8 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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 51m.

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