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

The cheapest way to get from London to Bideford is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Bideford is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between London and Bideford?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between London and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from London to Bideford. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from London to Bideford?

The distance between London and Bideford is 225 miles. The road distance is 202.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from London to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Bideford bus from?

London to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from London to Bideford?

The best way to get from London to Bideford is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the London to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Where does the London to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Bideford is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from London to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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London to Bideford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 37m
£97–187
Bus
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1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
6h 25m
£40–100
Drive 200.9 mi
1. Drive from London to Bidefordcar 200.9 mi
3h 57m
£49–71

London to Bideford by train and bus

116Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.2 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from London Paddington to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Victoria Park Coach Stop 3 times a day. Tickets cost £40–100 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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