What is the cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Saunton Sands?

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Saunton Sands is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gloucester to Saunton Sands?

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Saunton Sands is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Saunton Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Saunton Sands. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Pottery Lane via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Saunton Sands?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Saunton Sands. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Saunton Sands?

The distance between Gloucester and Saunton Sands is 163 miles. The road distance is 133.6 miles.

How do I travel from Gloucester to Saunton Sands without a car?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Saunton Sands without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £85 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Gloucester to Saunton Sands?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Gloucester to Saunton Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Saunton Sands bus from?

Gloucester to Saunton Sands bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Saunton Sands train from?

Gloucester to Saunton Sands train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.

Train or bus from Gloucester to Saunton Sands?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Saunton Sands is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Gloucester to Saunton Sands bus arrive?

Gloucester to Saunton Sands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pottery Lane station.

Where does the Gloucester to Saunton Sands train arrive?

Gloucester to Saunton Sands train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Saunton Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Saunton Sands is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Gloucester to Saunton Sands.

Where can I stay near Saunton Sands?

There are 2391+ hotels available in Saunton Sands.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 25m
£85–159
Drive 132.8 mi
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1. Drive from Gloucester to Saunton Sandscar 132.8 mi
2h 34m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Pottery Lanebus 105
6h 49m
£59–103

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Gloucester, England and Saunton Sands, England?

You can take a train from Gloucester to Saunton Sands via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Pottery Lane twice daily. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 4h 53m.

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