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

The cheapest way to get from Chichester to Bideford is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chichester to Bideford is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Chichester and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Chichester to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Cathedral and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via The Hard Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Chichester and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Chichester to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Chichester and arriving at Barnstaple via Southampton Central, Salisbury and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Chichester to Bideford?

The distance between Chichester and Bideford is 198 miles. The road distance is 175.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chichester to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Chichester to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chichester to Bideford bus from?

Chichester to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chichester to Bideford train from?

Chichester to Bideford train services, operated by Southern, depart from Chichester station.

Train or bus from Chichester to Bideford?

The best way to get from Chichester to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 10h 28m.

Where does the Chichester to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chichester to Bideford train arrive?

Chichester to Bideford train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Chichester to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Chichester to Bideford is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Chichester to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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Chichester to Bideford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chichester to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 51m
£80–173
Drive 174.3 mi
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1. Drive from Chichester to Bidefordcar 174.3 mi
3h 29m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
10h 28m
£51–133
Train via Westbury
1. Take the train from Fareham to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 5m
£87–177
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chichester to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bideford Quaybus 317
8h 35m
£67–142

Chichester to Bideford by train and bus

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6h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.6 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a train from Chichester to Bideford Quay via Southampton Central, Salisbury, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cathedral to Victoria Park Coach Stop via The Hard Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 28m.

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