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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Bideford is to bus which costs £22 - £50 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Bideford is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Bell Street Car Park and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Crispin Hall and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Shaftesbury and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Shaftesbury to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Dorset) and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Bideford?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Bideford is 123 miles. The road distance is 102.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Shaftesbury to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Bideford bus from?

Shaftesbury to Bideford bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Gillingham Station.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Bideford train from?

Shaftesbury to Bideford train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Gillingham (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Shaftesbury to Bideford?

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Bideford is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Bideford bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Bideford bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Strode College station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Bideford train arrive?

Shaftesbury to Bideford train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Bideford is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Shaftesbury to Bideford.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Bideford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Dorset) to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 52m
£49–108
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Gillingham Station to Strode Collegebus 647
2. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Bus Stationbus 375
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
8h 30m
£22–50
Drive 101.6 mi
1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Bidefordcar 101.6 mi
2h 7m
£25–36

Shaftesbury to Bideford by bus and train

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4h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 122.1 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Bideford, England?

You can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Bideford Quay via Gillingham Station, Gillingham (Dorset), Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bell Street Car Park to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Gillingham Station, Strode College, Crispin Hall, and Bus Station in around 8h 30m.

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