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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Saunton Sands is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Saunton Sands is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Saunton Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Saunton Sands. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Pottery Lane via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Saunton Sands?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Saunton Sands. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Barnstaple via Upwey, Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Poole to Saunton Sands?

The distance between Poole and Saunton Sands is 170 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Saunton Sands without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Poole to Saunton Sands, including transfers.

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

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

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

Poole to Saunton Sands train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Saunton Sands?

The best way to get from Poole to Saunton Sands is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £80 - £170 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Poole to Saunton Sands bus arrive?

Poole to Saunton Sands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Saunton Sands train arrive?

Poole to Saunton Sands train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Upwey station.

Can I drive from Poole to Saunton Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Saunton Sands is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Poole to Saunton Sands.

Where can I stay near Saunton Sands?

There are 2395+ hotels available in Saunton Sands.

Poole to Saunton Sands - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Saunton Sands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 44m
£91–170
Drive 115 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Saunton Sandscar 115 mi
2h 45m
£28–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 29m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Pottery Lanebus 502
9h 20m
£83–170

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Saunton Sands via Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Saunton Sands via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Pottery Lane in around 9h 20m.

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