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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Bideford is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Bideford is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Bideford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Coach Station station and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Bideford?

The distance between Birmingham and Bideford is 217 miles. The road distance is 186 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Birmingham to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Bideford bus from?

Birmingham to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Bideford train from?

Birmingham to Bideford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Bideford?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Bideford is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Birmingham to Bideford bus arrive?

Birmingham to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Victoria Park Coach Stop station.

Where does the Birmingham to Bideford train arrive?

Birmingham to Bideford train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Bideford is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Birmingham to Bideford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 58m
£109–164
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 105
6h 20m
£35–90
Drive 185 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Bidefordcar 185 mi
3h 13m
£46–66

Birmingham to Bideford by train and bus

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Distance: 215.5 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop twice daily. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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