What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Bideford?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Bideford is to bus which costs £18 - £45 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Bideford?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Bideford is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Great Ostry and arriving at Bideford Quay via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Shepton Mallet and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Shepton Mallet to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Castle Cary and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Bideford?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Bideford is 119 miles. The road distance is 89.5 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Bideford without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £45 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Bideford?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Shepton Mallet to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Bideford bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Bideford bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Bideford train from?

Shepton Mallet to Bideford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Castle Cary station.

Train or bus from Shepton Mallet to Bideford?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Bideford is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Bus Station, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Bideford bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Bideford bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Bideford is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Bideford.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2460+ hotels available in Bideford.

Shepton Mallet to Bideford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 40m
£48–93
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
6h 24m
£18–40
Drive 88.9 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Bidefordcar 88.9 mi
1h 55m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
6h 28m
£18–42

Shepton Mallet to Bideford by bus and train

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.9 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Bideford, England?

You can take a bus from Beech House to Bideford Quay via Castle Cary Station, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Ostry to Bideford Quay via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 24m.

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