What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Sandbanks?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Sandbanks is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Sandbanks?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Sandbanks is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Sandbanks?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Sandbanks. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Shoreacres via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Sandbanks?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Sandbanks. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Bournemouth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Sandbanks?

The distance between Birmingham and Sandbanks is 182 miles. The road distance is 152.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Sandbanks without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Sandbanks without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £95 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Sandbanks?

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Birmingham to Sandbanks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Sandbanks bus from?

Birmingham to Sandbanks bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Sandbanks train from?

Birmingham to Sandbanks train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Sandbanks?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Sandbanks is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £95 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Birmingham to Sandbanks bus arrive?

Birmingham to Sandbanks bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Sandbanks train arrive?

Birmingham to Sandbanks train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Sandbanks?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Sandbanks is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Birmingham to Sandbanks.

Where can I stay near Sandbanks?

There are 2709+ hotels available in Sandbanks.

Birmingham to Sandbanks - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Sandbanks by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 9m
£98–135
Drive 151.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Sandbankscar 151.3 mi
3h 10m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
6h 5m
£42–99

Birmingham to Sandbanks by train and bus

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4h 9mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.9 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Sandbanks, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Shoreacres via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 5m.

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