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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Bideford is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Bideford is to drive which takes 6h 13m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Barnstaple via Stafford, Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Bideford?

The distance between Holyhead and Bideford is 375 miles. The road distance is 299.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Bideford without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 8h 59m and costs £140 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 8h 59m to get from Holyhead to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Bideford train from?

Holyhead to Bideford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Bideford train arrive?

Holyhead to Bideford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Bideford is 300 miles. It takes approximately 6h 13m to drive from Holyhead to Bideford.

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

Book your Holyhead to Bideford train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2420+ hotels available in Bideford.

Holyhead to Bideford - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Bideford by train, car, or plane

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 59m
£140–235
Drive 297.9 mi
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1. Drive from Holyhead to Bidefordcar 297.9 mi
6h 13m
£74–107
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)plane MAN - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 11m
£141–309
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
10h 50m
£142–249

Holyhead to Bideford by train and bus

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8h 59mAverage Duration

£140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 372.5 mi
Duration: 8h 59m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Bideford, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Bideford Quay via Stafford, Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 8h 59m.

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