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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Melksham is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Melksham is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Victoria Park Coach Stop and arriving at The Bear via Bus Station and Guildhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Bideford to Melksham?

The distance between Bideford and Melksham is 160 miles. The road distance is 115.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Melksham without a car is to line 21 bus and train and bus which takes 5h 12m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Bideford to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Melksham bus from?

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

Where does the Bideford to Melksham bus arrive?

Bideford to Melksham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bideford to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Melksham is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Bideford to Melksham.

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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Bideford to Melksham - 3 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 21 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bideford Quay to Opposite Station Entrancebus 21 / ...
2. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Trowbridgetrain
5. Take the bus from Trinity Church to Market Placebus X34 / ...
5h 12m
£61–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bus Stationbus 105
5h 59m
£24–55
Drive 115.1 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Melkshamcar 115.1 mi
2h 32m
£28–41

Bideford to Melksham by bus and train

116Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.7 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Bideford, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

National Express operates a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 4h.

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