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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Sandbanks is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Sandbanks is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Sandbanks?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Sandbanks. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Poole via Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Exeter to Sandbanks?

The distance between Exeter and Sandbanks is 127 miles. The road distance is 80.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Sandbanks without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Exeter to Sandbanks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Sandbanks train from?

Exeter to Sandbanks train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Where does the Exeter to Sandbanks train arrive?

Exeter to Sandbanks train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Sandbanks?

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

Where can I stay near Sandbanks?

There are 2486+ hotels available in Sandbanks.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Sandbanks by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
3. Take the train from Upwey to Pooletrain
4h 41m
£53–117
Drive 80.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Sandbankscar 80.2 mi
1h 48m
£20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain
4h 48m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Weymouth to Pooletrain
5h 39m

Exeter to Sandbanks by train, foot, and bus

61Weekly Services

4h 41mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.1 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Sandbanks, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, England?

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Shoreacres via Castle Cary, Upwey, Poole, and Bus Station in around 4h 41m.

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