What is the cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford?

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford?

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth Harbour and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford. However, there are services departing from The Hard Interchange and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth Harbour and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth Harbour and arriving at Barnstaple via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford?

The distance between Portsmouth Harbour and Bideford is 204 miles. The road distance is 164.1 miles.

How do I travel from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford without a car?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £85 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford?

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford bus from?

Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Hard Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford?

The best way to get from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford bus arrive?

Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford train arrive?

Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2444+ hotels available in Bideford.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Westbury (Wilts)train
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 19m
£88–171
Drive 163.2 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth Harbour to Bidefordcar 163.2 mi
3h 20m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 030
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
8h 16m
£48–126
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Portsmouth Harbour to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 22m
£77–166

Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford by foot, train, and bus

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6h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.6 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Portsmouth Harbour, England and Bideford, England?

You can take a vehicle from Portsmouth Harbour to Bideford Quay via Portsmouth Harbour, Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Portsmouth Harbour to Victoria Park Coach Stop via The Hard Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 16m.

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