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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Bideford is to bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Bideford is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Bideford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Bristol to Bideford?

The distance between Bristol and Bideford is 127 miles. The road distance is 101.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Bristol to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Bideford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bristol to Bideford train from?

Bristol to Bideford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Bideford?

The best way to get from Bristol to Bideford is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Bristol to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Bideford is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Bristol to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 32m
£53–103
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
3h 50m
£20–50
Drive 101.3 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Bidefordcar 101.3 mi
1h 57m
£25–36

Bristol to Bideford by train and bus

116Weekly Services

3h 32mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop once daily. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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