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

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick to Bideford is to bus via Bristol which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gatwick to Bideford is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport North Terminal and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Gatwick to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Barnstaple via Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Gatwick to Bideford?

The distance between Gatwick and Bideford is 241 miles. The road distance is 203.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gatwick to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Gatwick to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Bideford bus from?

Gatwick to Bideford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport North Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick to Bideford?

The best way to get from Gatwick to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Gatwick to Bideford bus arrive?

Gatwick to Bideford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Gatwick to Bideford train arrive?

Gatwick to Bideford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gatwick to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick to Bideford is 203 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Gatwick to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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Gatwick to Bideford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Gatwick to Bideford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 8m
£102–203
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
8h 10m
£37–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk998 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
7h 35m
£40–102
Drive 202.2 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick to Bidefordcar 202.2 mi
4h 5m
£50–72
Fly from London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 57m
£108–223
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Exeter (EXT)plane LHR - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 7m
£186–439

Gatwick to Bideford by train and bus

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6h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 239.4 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Bideford Quay via Reading, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport North Terminal to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 35m.

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