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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Bideford is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Bideford is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Bideford. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Barnstaple via Charing Cross station, London Paddington and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Bideford?

The distance between Maidstone and Bideford is 266 miles. The road distance is 235.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Bideford without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 27m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Maidstone to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Bideford bus from?

Maidstone to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Bideford train from?

Maidstone to Bideford train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Bideford?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Bideford is to train via London which takes 6h 27m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Maidstone to Bideford bus arrive?

Maidstone to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Maidstone to Bideford train arrive?

Maidstone to Bideford train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Bideford is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Maidstone to Bideford.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Maidstone to Bideford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 27m
£110–201
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
8h 50m
£35–64
Drive 234.2 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Bidefordcar 234.2 mi
4h 14m
£59–85
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Exeter (EXT)plane LGW - EXT
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 12m
£136–301
Train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 57m
£99–210

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Distance: 264.8 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Bideford Quay via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Victoria Park Coach Stop via London Victoria in around 8h 50m.

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