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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Kent is to bus and train which costs £55 - £100 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Kent is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Bideford to Kent. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Lenham via Exeter St Davids, Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Bideford to Kent?

The distance between Bideford and Kent is 278 miles. The road distance is 244 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Kent without a car is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Bideford to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Kent train from?

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

Where does the Bideford to Kent train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bideford to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Kent is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Bideford to Kent.

Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1153+ hotels available in Kent.

Bideford to Kent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bideford to Kent by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
7h 6m
£117–211
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 502
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
8h 50m
£56–97
Drive 242.6 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Kentcar 242.6 mi
4h 20m
£61–88
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
8h 33m
£105–210

Bideford to Kent by bus, train, and subway

116Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

£117Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.2 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Lenham via Opposite Station Entrance, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 7h 6m.

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