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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Saunton Sands is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Saunton Sands is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Saunton Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Saunton Sands. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Barton Lane via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Saunton Sands?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Saunton Sands. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Saunton Sands?

The distance between Plymouth and Saunton Sands is 100 miles. The road distance is 67.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Saunton Sands without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Plymouth to Saunton Sands, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Saunton Sands?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Saunton Sands is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Plymouth to Saunton Sands bus arrive?

Plymouth to Saunton Sands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Plymouth to Saunton Sands train arrive?

Plymouth to Saunton Sands train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Saunton Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Saunton Sands is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Plymouth to Saunton Sands.

Where can I stay near Saunton Sands?

There are 2202+ hotels available in Saunton Sands.

Plymouth to Saunton Sands - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 13m
£61–104
Drive 67.1 mi
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1. Drive from Plymouth to Saunton Sandscar 67.1 mi
1h 57m
£17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
4h 35m
£26–57

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Distance: 99.4 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Saunton Sands via Exeter St Davids and Barnstaple in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Saunton Sands via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Barton Lane in around 4h 35m.

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