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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Exeter is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Poole 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 to Exeter?

The distance between Poole and Exeter is 122 miles. The road distance is 76.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Poole to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Exeter bus from?

Poole to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Exeter?

The best way to get from Poole to Exeter is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Poole to Exeter bus arrive?

Poole to Exeter bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Exeter train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Exeter is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Poole to Exeter.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Poole to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

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Poole to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Poole to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
4h 38m
£53–97
Drive 76.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Exetercar 76.3 mi
1h 38m
£19–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter Centraltrain
5h 7m
Train, bus via Bus Station
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
6h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
7h 14m
£42–89

Poole to Exeter by train

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 121.1 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Exeter St Davids via Upwey and Castle Cary in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Bampfylde Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 14m.

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