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

The cheapest way to get from Dawlish to Bideford is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dawlish to Bideford is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Dawlish and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Dawlish to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Lanherne and arriving at Bideford Quay via Bus Station and Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Dawlish to Bideford?

The distance between Dawlish and Bideford is 63 miles. The road distance is 54.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dawlish to Bideford without a car is to train and line 21 bus which takes 2h 53m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Dawlish to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dawlish to Bideford bus from?

Dawlish to Bideford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Lanherne station.

Where does the Dawlish to Bideford bus arrive?

Dawlish to Bideford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dawlish to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Dawlish to Bideford is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Dawlish to Bideford.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2447+ hotels available in Bideford.

Dawlish to Bideford - 3 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, and line 2 bus

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

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Train, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dawlish to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bideford Quaybus 21 / ...
2h 53m
£24–49
Drive 54 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dawlish to Bidefordcar 54 mi
1h 27m
£14–19
Line 2 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lanherne to Bus Stationbus 2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tenby Housebus 66
3. Take the bus from Market Street to Bideford Quaybus 317
5h 1m

Dawlish to Bideford by train and bus

116Weekly Services

2h 53mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 63.1 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Lanherne to Bideford Quay via Bus Station, Tenby House, and Market Street in around 5h 1m.

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