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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Exeter (Station) is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Exeter (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £19 - £28.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Exeter (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Poole station and arriving at Bus Station via Tesco, South Station, Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Exeter (Station). 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 59m.

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

The distance between Poole and Exeter (Station) is 93 miles. The road distance is 76.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Exeter (Station) without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Poole to Exeter (Station), including transfers.

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

Poole to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, depart from Poole station.

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

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

Train or bus from Poole to Exeter (Station)?

The best way to get from Poole to Exeter (Station) is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 47m.

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

Poole to Exeter (Station) bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, arrive at Tesco station.

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

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

Can I drive from Poole to Exeter (Station)?

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

Where can I stay near Exeter (Station)?

There are 1352+ hotels available in Exeter (Station).

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Exeter (Station) 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 34m
Drive 76.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Exeter (Station)76.3 mi
1h 38m
£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 59m
£68–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Poole station to TescoX8
2. Take the bus from Tesco to South StationCr8 / ...
3. Take the bus from South Station to Bus StationX51
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail StationX53 / ...
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Station44A
6h 47m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 92.9 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Exeter (Station) via Upwey, Castle Cary, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Poole station to Bus Station via Tesco, South Station, Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 6h 47m.

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