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

The cheapest way to get from Oswestry to Bideford is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oswestry to Bideford is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Oswestry and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Oswestry to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Oswestry to Bideford?

The distance between Oswestry and Bideford is 280 miles. The road distance is 218.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oswestry to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Oswestry to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oswestry to Bideford train from?

Oswestry to Bideford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Where does the Oswestry to Bideford train arrive?

Oswestry to Bideford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Oswestry to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Oswestry to Bideford is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Oswestry to Bideford.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2449+ hotels available in Bideford.

Oswestry to Bideford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 45m
£125–212
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Smethwick Galton Bridgetrain Shrewsbury - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 105
10h 44m
£52–131
Drive 217.1 mi
1. Drive from Oswestry to Bidefordcar 217.1 mi
4h 17m
£53–77
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 21m
£111–217

Oswestry to Bideford by bus and train

110Weekly Services

7h 45mAverage Duration

£125Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277.9 mi
Duration: 7h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Unicorn Road Jct to Bideford Quay via Bus Station, Shrewsbury, Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 45m.

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