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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Bideford is to train and bus which costs £55 - £120 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Bideford is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Memorial Roundabout and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Old Steine and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Barnstaple via Gatwick Airport, Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Bideford?

The distance between Eastbourne and Bideford is 280 miles. The road distance is 229.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Eastbourne to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Bideford bus from?

Eastbourne to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Bideford?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Bideford is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 10h 36m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Eastbourne to Bideford train arrive?

Eastbourne to Bideford train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Gatwick Airport station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Bideford is 229 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Eastbourne to Bideford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Eastbourne to Bideford?

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 37m
£122–242
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 105
10h 10m
£55–112
Drive 228 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Bidefordcar 228 mi
4h 33m
£57–82
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 12m
£126–290
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
10h 36m
£58–141

Eastbourne to Bideford by train and bus

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7h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.6 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Bideford Quay via Gatwick Airport, Reading, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Memorial Roundabout to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Old Steine and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 36m.

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