What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands?

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

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham New Street Station and Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham New Street Station 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 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham New Street Station and Sands?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham New Street Station 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 59m.

How far is it from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands?

The distance between Birmingham New Street Station and Sands is 216 miles. The road distance is 177.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £130 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Sands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham New Street Station to Sands train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands?

The best way to get from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £130 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Sands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Birmingham New Street Station to Sands train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham New Street Station to Sands is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands.

Where can I stay near Sands?

There are 2378+ hotels available in Sands.

Birmingham New Street Station to Sands - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham New Street Station 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 59m
£133–190
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 105
8h 6m
£38–90
Drive 176.4 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham New Street Station to Sandscar 176.4 mi
3h 40m
£43–62

Birmingham New Street Station to Sands by foot and bus

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8h 6mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.9 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a vehicle from Birmingham New Street Station to Sands via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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