What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station) is to train and bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station)?

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

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Exeter (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station). However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Exeter Central via Southampton Central and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station)?

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

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station) without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £45 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station)?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Exeter (Station) train from?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Exeter (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Exeter (Station) is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station).

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter (Station)?

There are 1482+ hotels available in Exeter (Station).

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station) 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 / ...
4h 28m
£48–111
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
2. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
5h 40m
£17–33
Train, bus via Exeter Central
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
2. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter Centraltrain
4h 50m
£23–50
Drive 80.5 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station)car 80.5 mi
1h 48m
£21–29

Bournemouth to Exeter (Station) by train and foot

80Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.4 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Exeter (Station), England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Exeter (Station) via Southampton Central, Salisbury, and Exeter Central in around 4h 28m.

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