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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Bideford is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Bideford is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Bideford?

The distance between Cheltenham and Bideford is 171 miles. The road distance is 140.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Cheltenham to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Bideford bus from?

Cheltenham to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Bideford train from?

Cheltenham to Bideford train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Bideford?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bideford is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Bideford is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cheltenham to Bideford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 25m
£85–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 105
6h 17m
£29–73
Drive 139.4 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Bidefordcar 139.4 mi
2h 24m
£34–50

Cheltenham to Bideford by train and bus

110Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.3 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Victoria Park Coach Stop twice daily. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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