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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Sands is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Sands is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Sands. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

How far is it from Poole to Sands?

The distance between Poole and Sands is 172 miles. The road distance is 117.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Sands without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Poole to Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Sands bus from?

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

Train or bus from Poole to Sands?

The best way to get from Poole to Sands is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Poole to Sands bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poole to Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Sands is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Poole to Sands.

Where can I stay near Sands?

There are 1924+ hotels available in Sands.

Poole to Sands - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Sands 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
best
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
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
6h 53m
£102–145
Drive 117.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Sands117.1 mi
2h 45m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
9h 3m
£53–201
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station502
9h 28m
£47–112

Poole to Sands by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

9h 3mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 171.1 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Sands via Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 9h 28m.

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