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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Victoria Park Coach Stop and arriving at Promenade via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Bideford to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Bideford to Cheltenham?

The distance between Bideford and Cheltenham is 169 miles. The road distance is 140.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Bideford to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Cheltenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bideford to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Bideford to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Bideford to Cheltenham is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Bideford to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Bideford to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where does the Bideford to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bideford to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Cheltenham is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Bideford to Cheltenham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bideford to Cheltenham?

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cheltenham Spatrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 44m
£86–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 105
5h 34m
£29–68
Drive 139.4 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Cheltenhamcar 139.4 mi
2h 23m
£34–50

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Distance: 168.3 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Kingsley Road to Cheltenham Spa via Bus Station, Rail Station, Barnstaple, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Arle Court Transport Hub twice daily. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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