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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Shanklin is to train and ferry which costs £45 - £90 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Shanklin is to train and ferry which takes 5h 29m and costs £45 - £90.

How far is it from Exeter to Shanklin?

The distance between Exeter and Shanklin is 151 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Shanklin without a car is to train and ferry which takes 5h 29m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Exeter to Shanklin, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Shanklin?

There are 1858+ hotels available in Shanklin.

Exeter to Shanklin - 2 ways to travel via train, ferry, and plane

There are 2 ways to get from Exeter to Shanklin by train, ferry, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, ferry
best
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Portsmouth Harbour
3. Take the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal
5h 29m
£46–89
Fly, ferry
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Southampton Airport (SOU)EXT - SOU
2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal
7h 54m
£117–484

Exeter to Shanklin by train and ferry

118Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.3 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Exeter, England and Shanklin, England?

There is no direct connection from Exeter to Shanklin. However, you can take the train to Salisbury, take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Shanklin. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Exeter International Airport, walk to Exeter (EXT) airport, fly to Southampton Airport (SOU), walk to Southampton Airport Parkway, take the train to Eastleigh, take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth Harbour Station Pier, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Ferry Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Shanklin.

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