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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Bridgwater is to bus which costs £7 - £14 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Bridgwater is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Bridgwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Bridgwater. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Town Bridge Eastover via Bath Abbey, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Bridgwater?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Bridgwater. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Bridgwater via Westbury (Wilts) and Taunton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Melksham to Bridgwater?

The distance between Melksham and Bridgwater is 59 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Bridgwater without a car is to line 272 bus and train which takes 2h 23m and costs £21 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Melksham to Bridgwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Bridgwater bus from?

Melksham to Bridgwater bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Bridgwater train from?

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

Train or bus from Melksham to Bridgwater?

The best way to get from Melksham to Bridgwater is to bus which takes 5h 1m and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Melksham to Bridgwater bus arrive?

Melksham to Bridgwater bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Melksham to Bridgwater train arrive?

Melksham to Bridgwater train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Bridgwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Bridgwater is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Melksham to Bridgwater.

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

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Melksham to Bridgwater - 5 ways to travel via train, line 272 bus, bus, and car

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Line 272 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Grand Paradebus 272 / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Bridgwatertrain London Paddington - Penzance / ...
2h 23m
£22–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Town Bridge Eastoverbus 375
5h 1m
£8–14
Drive 50.2 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Bridgwatercar 50.2 mi
1h 20m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melksham to Bridgwatertaxi 50.2 mi
1h 20m
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Melksham to Westbury (Wilts)train Swindon - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 35m
£30–58

Melksham to Bridgwater by bus, foot, and train

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2h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 58.4 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Town Bridge Eastover via Grand Parade, Bath Abbey, Ambury, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Melksham to Bridgwater via Westbury (Wilts) and Taunton in around 2h 35m.

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