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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Sands is to train and bus which costs £10 - £13 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Sands is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £12 - £19.

How far is it from Exeter to Sands?

The distance between Exeter and Sands is 50 miles. The road distance is 51.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Sands without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 32m and costs £35 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Exeter to Sands, including transfers.

Can I drive from Exeter to Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Sands is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Exeter to Sands.

Where can I stay near Sands?

There are 1921+ hotels available in Sands.

Exeter to Sands - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Exeter to Sands by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
2. Take the taxi from Barnstaple to Sands
1h 32m
£35–40
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to St James' Place Gardens21B
2h 40m
£11–13
Drive 51.5 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Sands51.5 mi
1h 23m
£13–19

Exeter to Sands by train and bus

116Weekly Services

2h 40mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Sands, Devon, England?

There is no direct connection from Exeter to Sands. However, you can take the train to Barnstaple then take the taxi to Sands. Alternatively, you can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Sands via Barnstaple, Rail Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 2h 40m.

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