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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter Central is to drive which costs £20 - £29 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter Central is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Exeter Central?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Exeter Central. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Exeter Central via Southampton Central and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Exeter Central?

The distance between Bournemouth and Exeter Central is 142 miles. The road distance is 81.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter Central without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Bournemouth to Exeter Central, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Exeter Central train from?

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

What is the time difference between Bournemouth and Exeter Central?

Exeter Central is 1h ahead of Bournemouth. It is currently 2:03 AM in Bournemouth and 3:03 AM in Exeter Central.

Where does the Bournemouth to Exeter Central train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Exeter Central?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Exeter Central is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Bournemouth to Exeter Central.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter Central?

There are 1345+ hotels available in Exeter Central.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Exeter Central 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 53m
£33–65
Drive 81.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Exeter Central81.1 mi
1h 48m
£20–29
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 train from Axminster to Exeter Central
5h 8m
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 38m
£20–39

Bournemouth to Exeter Central by train

110Weekly Trains

3h 53mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.8 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Exeter Central via Southampton Central and Salisbury in around 3h 53m.

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