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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Bideford is to bus which costs £50 - £140 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Bideford is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Barnstaple via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Bideford?

The distance between Canterbury and Bideford is 298 miles. The road distance is 261.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Bideford without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 11m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Canterbury to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Bideford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Bideford train from?

Canterbury to Bideford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Bideford?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Bideford is to train via London which takes 6h 11m and costs £130 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Canterbury to Bideford bus arrive?

Canterbury to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Bideford train arrive?

Canterbury to Bideford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Bideford is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Canterbury to Bideford.

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

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Canterbury to Bideford - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Canterbury to Bideford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 11m
£133–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
9h 55m
£53–131
Drive 260 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Bidefordcar 260 mi
4h 38m
£64–92
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 31m
£158–333
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 6m
£133–270
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Elephant & Castle / New Kent Roadbus 007 / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 53m
£102–234
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Exeter (EXT)plane LCY - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 37m
£277–570

Canterbury to Bideford by train, subway, and bus

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6h 11mAverage Duration

£133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 296.2 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Bideford Quay via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 9h 55m.

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