What is the cheapest way to get from Southbourne to Exeter?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Southbourne to Exeter?

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

Is there a direct train between Southbourne and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Southbourne to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Southbourne and arriving at Exeter Central via Southampton Central and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Southbourne to Exeter?

The distance between Southbourne and Exeter is 140 miles. The road distance is 131.8 miles.

How do I travel from Southbourne to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Southbourne to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Southbourne to Exeter?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Southbourne to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southbourne to Exeter train from?

Southbourne to Exeter train services, operated by Southern, depart from Southbourne station.

Where does the Southbourne to Exeter train arrive?

Southbourne to Exeter train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Southbourne to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Southbourne to Exeter is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Southbourne to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Southbourne to Exeter?

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Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1543+ hotels available in Exeter.

Southbourne to Exeter - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 700 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Southbourne to Exeter by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southbourne to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter Centraltrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 15m
£59–135
Drive 131 mi
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1. Drive from Southbourne to Exetercar 131 mi
2h 34m
£32–46
Line 700 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St John's Church to The Hard Interchangebus 700
2. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 33m
£68–133

Southbourne to Exeter by train

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139.5 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Southbourne, West Sussex, England and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Southbourne to Exeter Central via Southampton Central and Salisbury in around 4h 15m.

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