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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Bideford is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Bideford is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Bideford?

The distance between Gloucester and Bideford is 166 miles. The road distance is 133.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Gloucester to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Bideford bus from?

Gloucester to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Gloucester to Bideford?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Bideford is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Gloucester to Bideford bus arrive?

Gloucester to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Victoria Park Coach Stop station.

Where does the Gloucester to Bideford train arrive?

Gloucester to Bideford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Bideford is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Gloucester to Bideford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 51m
£67–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 105
6h 29m
£30–73
Drive 132.6 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Bidefordcar 132.6 mi
2h 20m
£33–47

Gloucester to Bideford by train and bus

116Weekly Services

4h 51mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.9 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Bideford Quay via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Victoria Park Coach Stop 6 times a week. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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