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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Bournemouth is to bus and train which costs £27 - £55 and takes 9h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Park Coach Stop and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Bideford to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Bournemouth via Exeter St Davids, Westbury (Wilts) and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Bideford to Bournemouth?

The distance between Bideford and Bournemouth is 204 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Westbury which takes 6h 36m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Bideford to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Bournemouth bus from?

Bideford to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Victoria Park Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Bournemouth train from?

Bideford to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Bideford to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Bideford to Bournemouth is to train via Westbury which takes 6h 36m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Bideford to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Bideford to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bideford to Bournemouth train arrive?

Bideford to Bournemouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Bideford to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Bournemouth is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Bideford to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Bideford to Bournemouth?

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Bideford to Bournemouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bideford to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via Westbury
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
6h 36m
£81–174
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bideford Quay to Railway Stationbus 317
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 66
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
4. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
9h 26m
£27–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
8h 28m
£58–141
Drive 118.8 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Bournemouthcar 118.8 mi
2h 41m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
6h 45m
£61–124

Bideford to Bournemouth by bus and train

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Distance: 202.7 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Bideford, England and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a bus from Kingsley Road to Bournemouth via Opposite Station Entrance, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, Westbury (Wilts), and Southampton Central in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bournemouth Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 28m.

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