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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Bideford is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Bideford is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth 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 15m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Barnstaple via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Bideford?

The distance between Portsmouth and Bideford is 203 miles. The road distance is 163.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Portsmouth to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Bideford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Bideford?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Portsmouth to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Bideford is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Portsmouth to Bideford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Portsmouth to Bideford?

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

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best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea 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 15m
£87–171
Drive 162.6 mi
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1. Drive from Portsmouth to Bidefordcar 162.6 mi
3h 18m
£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 15m
£48–125
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Salisburytrain
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 18m
£76–166

Portsmouth to Bideford by train and bus

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6h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.9 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Bideford Quay via Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Hard Interchange to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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