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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Bideford is to bus and line 78 bus which costs £19 - £45 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Bideford is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Torridge Hill via Lloyds Bank, Westgate Street and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Penzance to Bideford?

The distance between Penzance and Bideford is 182 miles. The road distance is 98.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Penzance to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Bideford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penzance to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Penzance to Bideford?

The best way to get from Penzance to Bideford is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus and line 78 bus, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Penzance to Bideford bus arrive?

Penzance to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lloyds Bank station.

Where does the Penzance to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penzance to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Bideford is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Penzance to Bideford.

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

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Penzance to Bideford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 78 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 20m
£78–150
Bus, line 78 bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lloyds Bankbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lloyds Bank to Westgate Streetbus 78 / ...
7h 26m
£20–41
Drive 98 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Bidefordcar 98 mi
1h 57m
£24–35

Penzance to Bideford by train and bus

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5h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.9 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Torridge Hill via Lloyds Bank, Westgate Street, and Library in around 7h 26m.

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