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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Southampton is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Southampton is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Southampton?

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

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Southampton?

No, there is no direct train from Bideford to Southampton. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Southampton Central via Exeter St Davids and Salisbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Bideford to Southampton?

The distance between Bideford and Southampton is 166 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Southampton without a car is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Bideford to Southampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Southampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bideford to Southampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Bideford to Southampton?

The best way to get from Bideford to Southampton is to train which takes 5h 52m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 29m.

Where does the Bideford to Southampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bideford to Southampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bideford to Southampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Southampton is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Bideford to Southampton.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Bideford to Southampton 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 Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
5h 52m
£67–149
Drive 142.6 mi
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1. Drive from Bideford to Southamptoncar 142.6 mi
3h 2m
£35–51
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 Coach Stationbus 032
8h 29m
£51–122
Train via Westbury
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Southampton Centraltrain
6h 8m
£72–158

Bideford to Southampton by bus and train

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Southampton Central via Bus Station, Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Salisbury in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Coach Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 29m.

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