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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Portsmouth is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Victoria Park Coach Stop and arriving at St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Bideford to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Portsmouth & Southsea via Exeter St Davids and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Bideford to Portsmouth?

The distance between Bideford and Portsmouth is 187 miles. The road distance is 162.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Portsmouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £75 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Bideford to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Portsmouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bideford to Portsmouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Bideford to Portsmouth?

The best way to get from Bideford to Portsmouth is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £75 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Bideford to Portsmouth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bideford to Portsmouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bideford to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Portsmouth is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Bideford to Portsmouth.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Bideford to Portsmouth 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 Salisburytrain
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
6h 49m
£78–171
Drive 161.7 mi
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1. Drive from Bideford to Portsmouthcar 161.7 mi
3h 18m
£40–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Portsmouth & Southseatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
7h 55m
£62–131
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 St Georges Squarebus 030
8h 29m
£51–121

Bideford to Portsmouth by bus and train

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6h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.1 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Kingsley Road to Portsmouth & Southsea via Bus Station, Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Salisbury in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to St Georges Square via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 29m.

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