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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Stansted is to bus and train which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Stansted is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Bideford to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via Exeter St Davids, Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Bideford to Stansted?

The distance between Bideford and Stansted is 261 miles. The road distance is 229.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Stansted without a car is to train via Ebbsfleet International which takes 6h 1m and costs £140 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Bideford to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Stansted train from?

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

Where does the Bideford to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bideford to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Stansted is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Bideford to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16441+ hotels available in Stansted.

Bideford to Stansted - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 21 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bideford to Stansted by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ebbsfleet International
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Paddingtontrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
6h 1m
£142–241
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 502
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
9h 32m
£46–80
Drive 227.8 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Stanstedcar 227.8 mi
4h 5m
£57–82
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain Barnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to London Waterlootrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo
7h 48m
£119–233
Line 21 bus, train, line 223 bus
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 London Paddingtontrain
4. Take the train from Farringdon to Gravesendtrain
5. Take the bus from Barrack Row to Flagstone Pavingbus 223
8h 24m

Bideford to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 259 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Stansted via Opposite Station Entrance, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Ebbsfleet International in around 6h 1m.

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