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

The cheapest way to get from Poole (Station) to Exeter is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole (Station) to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £18 - £28.

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

No, there is no direct train from Poole (Station) to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Upwey and Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

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

The distance between Poole (Station) and Exeter is 93 miles. The road distance is 76.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole (Station) to Exeter without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 22m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Poole (Station) to Exeter, including transfers.

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

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

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

Poole (Station) to Exeter train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Upwey station.

Can I drive from Poole (Station) to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole (Station) to Exeter is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Poole (Station) to Exeter.

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

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole (Station) to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Poole 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
4h 22m
Drive 75.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole (Station) to Exeter75.8 mi
1h 36m
£19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Poole to Upwey
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Cary
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davids
4h 38m
£68–88
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Car Park to Bus StationCr4
2. Take the train from Yeovil Junction to Exeter CentralLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 35m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 92.2 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Exeter St Davids via Upwey and Castle Cary in around 4h 38m.

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