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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Bideford is to train and bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 10h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Bideford is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Barnstaple via Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Bideford?

The distance between Bournemouth and Bideford is 207 miles. The road distance is 119.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Bournemouth to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bideford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Bideford train from?

Bournemouth to Bideford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Bideford?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Bideford train arrive?

Bournemouth to Bideford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Bideford is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Bournemouth to Bideford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 43m
£87–169
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 66
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bideford Quaybus 317
10h 9m
£28–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
8h 35m
£58–144
Drive 118.9 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Bidefordcar 118.9 mi
2h 41m
£30–43
Train, bus, line 21 bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bideford Quaybus 21 / ...
7h 5m
£49–102

Bournemouth to Bideford by train and bus

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6h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.9 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Bideford Quay via Southampton Central, Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 35m.

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