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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Maidstone is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Maidstone is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Maidstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Maidstone. However, there are services departing from Victoria Park Coach Stop and arriving at Maidstone via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Harrow Bus Station and London Stonebridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Maidstone?

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

How far is it from Bideford to Maidstone?

The distance between Bideford and Maidstone is 267 miles. The road distance is 236.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Maidstone without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 42m and costs £110 - £250.

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

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

Where do I catch the Bideford to Maidstone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bideford to Maidstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Bideford to Maidstone?

The best way to get from Bideford to Maidstone is to train via London which takes 6h 42m and costs £110 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Bideford to Maidstone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bideford to Maidstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bideford to Maidstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Maidstone is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Bideford to Maidstone.

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

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

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

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Train via London
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 Maidstone Easttrain
6h 42m
£116–242
Drive 234.7 mi
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1. Drive from Bideford to Maidstonecar 234.7 mi
4h 15m
£58–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from London Stonebridge to Maidstonebus
10h 24m
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Maidstone Easttrain
7h 55m
£104–241

Bideford to Maidstone by bus and train

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6h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 265.5 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Maidstone East via Opposite Station Entrance, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington Station, Victoria Station, and London Victoria in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Maidstone via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Harrow Bus Station, and London Stonebridge in around 10h 24m.

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