Sandbanks Ferry – Sandbanks Ferry loop from Bournemouth

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Sandbanks Ferry – Sandbanks Ferry loop from Bournemouth

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Sandbanks Ferry – Sandbanks Ferry loop from Bournemouth

01:14

20.9km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 2.30 km for 74 m

After 15.8 km for 74 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.68 km

View of Brownsea Island

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Brownsea is the largest island in Poole Harbour. Owned by the National Trust, the island is a haven for wildlife. Red squirrels dart amongst the woodland and peacocks prance around …

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8.74 km

Sandbanks Ferry

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Sandbanks Ferry carries passengers and vehicles between Sandbanks and Studland. You can travel with your bike for just £1.

Boats leave from Sandbanks every 20 minutes from 7am until 11pm. Check if the service is running beforehand though: sandbanksferry.co.uk

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8.97 km

Sandbanks Ferry

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Only £1 to cross by bike. The ferry runs from 7am until 11pm, typically every 20 minutes.

Check out more at sandbanksferry.co.uk/timetable.php

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11.8 km

Flaghead Chine Beach

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A fine sandy, gently sloping beach with clear water and views over the Purbeck Hills. A quieter alternative to the rest of Sandbanks and Bournemouth beach.

In the distance you …

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16.4 km

Bournemouth Big Wheel

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In this area there are some expensive attractions and also the aquarium.

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16.5 km

View of Bournemouth Pier

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A pier has existed in Bournemouth since 1856, when a wooden jetty was constructed over the sea. Over the 19th century, the structure was slowly improved and extended. By 1905, …

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16.6 km