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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Sands is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Sands is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Sands. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Sands via Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Sands?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Sands. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Sands?

The distance between Birmingham and Sands is 216 miles. The road distance is 179.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Sands without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Birmingham to Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Sands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Sands train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham to Sands?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Sands is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Birmingham to Sands bus arrive?

Birmingham to Sands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Sands train arrive?

Birmingham to Sands train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Sands is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Birmingham to Sands.

Where can I stay near Sands?

There are 2395+ hotels available in Sands.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 46m
£133–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
7h 56m
£38–88
Drive 178.2 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Sandscar 178.2 mi
3h 38m
£44–63

Birmingham to Sands by bus

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Distance: 214.6 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Sands via Exeter St Davids and Barnstaple in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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