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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Bideford is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Bideford is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Bath Abbey, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Barnstaple via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Melksham to Bideford?

The distance between Melksham and Bideford is 139 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Melksham to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Bideford bus from?

Melksham to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Melksham to Bideford?

The best way to get from Melksham to Bideford is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Melksham to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melksham to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melksham to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Bideford is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Melksham to Bideford.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Melksham to Bideford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 48m
£58–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
6h 57m
£26–59
Drive 115 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Bidefordcar 115 mi
2h 32m
£28–41
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 59m
£56–117

Melksham to Bideford by train and bus

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Distance: 137.9 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Bideford, England?

You can take a train from Melksham to Bideford Quay via Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop 3 times a day. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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