What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter to South Sands?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to South Sands is to line 7 bus and line 12 bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter to South Sands?

The fastest way to get from Exeter to South Sands is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and South Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to South Sands. However, there are services departing from Matford P&R and arriving at Headland Road via Sherborne Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and South Sands?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Torquay. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Exeter to South Sands?

The distance between Exeter and South Sands is 27 miles. The road distance is 23.4 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter to South Sands without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter to South Sands without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £11 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Exeter to South Sands?

The train from Exeter St Davids to Torquay takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Exeter to South Sands bus from?

Exeter to South Sands bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Matford P&R station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to South Sands train from?

Exeter to South Sands train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to South Sands?

The best way to get from Exeter to South Sands is to train which takes 57 min and costs £11 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus and line 12 bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Exeter to South Sands bus arrive?

Exeter to South Sands bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Sherborne Road station.

Where does the Exeter to South Sands train arrive?

Exeter to South Sands train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Torquay station.

Can I drive from Exeter to South Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to South Sands is 23 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Exeter to South Sands.

How do I get a train ticket from Exeter to South Sands?

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Exeter to South Sands - 4 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, and line 12 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to South Sands by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
57 min
£11–22
Line 7 bus, line 12 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Matford P&R to Sherborne Roadbus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Headland Roadbus 12
1h 34m
£5–7
Drive 23.3 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to South Sandscar 23.3 mi
30 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Exeter to South Sandstaxi 23.3 mi
30 min
£50–60

Exeter to South Sands by train and foot

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Distance: 26.5 mi
Duration: 57 min

What companies run services between Exeter, England and South Sands, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Torquay hourly. Tickets cost £11–22 and the journey takes 45 min. Cross Country also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Matford P&R to Headland Road via Sherborne Road in around 1h 34m.

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