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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Bideford is to line 1 bus and line 118 bus and bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Bideford is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth to Bideford. However, there are services departing from University and arriving at Torridge Hill via Bus Station and Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Bideford?

The distance between Plymouth and Bideford is 103 miles. The road distance is 55 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Plymouth to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Bideford bus from?

Plymouth to Bideford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from University station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Bideford?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Bideford is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Plymouth to Bideford bus arrive?

Plymouth to Bideford bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Bideford is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Plymouth to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2445+ hotels available in Bideford.

Plymouth to Bideford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
3h 25m
£42–82
Line 1 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from University to Bus Stationbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Librarybus 84
3. Take the bus from Library to Torridge Hillbus 85
4h 44m
£8–11
Drive 54.6 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Bidefordcar 54.6 mi
1h 22m
£14–20
Line 1 bus, line 118 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Bus Stationbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 118
3. Take the bus from Market Street to Bideford Quaybus 317
5h 32m
£8–11

Plymouth to Bideford by train and bus

116Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.3 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from University to Torridge Hill via Bus Station and Library in around 4h 44m.

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