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

The cheapest way to get from Falmouth to Bideford is to bus and line 78 bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falmouth to Bideford is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Falmouth and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Falmouth to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Argos and arriving at Torridge Hill via Lloyds Bank, Westgate Street and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Falmouth and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Falmouth to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Penmere and arriving at Barnstaple via Truro and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Falmouth to Bideford?

The distance between Falmouth and Bideford is 166 miles. The road distance is 86.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falmouth to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Falmouth to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Bideford bus from?

Falmouth to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Argos station.

Where do I catch the Falmouth to Bideford train from?

Falmouth to Bideford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Truro station.

Train or bus from Falmouth to Bideford?

The best way to get from Falmouth to Bideford is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 78 bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Falmouth to Bideford bus arrive?

Falmouth to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lloyds Bank station.

Where does the Falmouth to Bideford train arrive?

Falmouth to Bideford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Falmouth to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Falmouth to Bideford is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Falmouth to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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Falmouth to Bideford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 78 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Truro to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 38m
£69–138
Bus, line 78 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Argos to Lloyds Bankbus 504
2. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Westgate Streetbus 78 / ...
7h 25m
£18–36
Drive 86.1 mi
1. Drive from Falmouth to Bidefordcar 86.1 mi
1h 50m
£21–31

Falmouth to Bideford by train and bus

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5h 38mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a train from Penmere to Bideford Quay via Truro, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Argos to Torridge Hill via Lloyds Bank, Westgate Street, and Library in around 7h 25m.

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