What is the cheapest way to get from Alton to Bideford?

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Bideford is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alton to Bideford?

The fastest way to get from Alton to Bideford is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Guildford station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Alton to Bideford?

The distance between Alton and Bideford is 195 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

How do I travel from Alton to Bideford without a car?

The best way to get from Alton to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs £70 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Alton to Bideford?

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Alton to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Bideford bus from?

Alton to Bideford bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Alton to Bideford train from?

Alton to Bideford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Alton to Bideford?

The best way to get from Alton to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Alton to Bideford bus arrive?

Alton to Bideford bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Alton to Bideford train arrive?

Alton to Bideford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Alton to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Bideford is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Alton to Bideford.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2444+ hotels available in Bideford.

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There are 3 ways to get from Alton to Bideford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 42m
£72–162
Drive 160.1 mi
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1. Drive from Alton to Bidefordcar 160.1 mi
3h 4m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
8h 38m

Alton to Bideford by bus, foot, and train

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6h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.9 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Alton, Hampshire, England and Bideford, England?

You can take a bus from Church Street to Bideford Quay via Bus Station, Basingstoke, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Guildford station, Heathrow Terminal 2, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 38m.

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