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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Bideford is to bus which costs £50 - £150 and takes 10h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Bideford is to drive which takes 5h 35m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Barnstaple via Stratford, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Bideford?

The distance between Ipswich and Bideford is 298 miles. The road distance is 275.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £130 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Ipswich to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Bideford bus from?

Ipswich to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardinal Park Cinema station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Bideford train from?

Ipswich to Bideford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Bideford?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £130 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £150 and takes 10h 11m.

Where does the Ipswich to Bideford bus arrive?

Ipswich to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Bideford train arrive?

Ipswich to Bideford train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Bideford is 276 miles. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Ipswich to Bideford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 28m
£131–258
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
10h 11m
£54–142
Drive 274.2 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Bidefordcar 274.2 mi
5h 35m
£67–97
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Exeter (EXT)plane NWI - EXT
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
13h
£204–686
Train via London
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 57m
£128–285

Ipswich to Bideford by train and bus

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6h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 296.3 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Bideford Quay via Stratford, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 11m.

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