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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Bideford is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Bideford is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Barnstaple via Westbury (Wilts) and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Southampton to Bideford?

The distance between Southampton and Bideford is 178 miles. The road distance is 144.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Bideford without a car is to train via Westbury which takes 5h 30m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Southampton to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Bideford bus from?

Southampton to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Bideford?

The best way to get from Southampton to Bideford is to train via Westbury which takes 5h 30m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Southampton to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Southampton to Bideford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Bideford is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Southampton to Bideford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

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Southampton to Bideford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Bideford by train, bus, or car

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Train via Westbury
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central 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
5h 30m
£69–143
Drive 143.5 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Bidefordcar 143.5 mi
3h 2m
£36–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the bus from Clifton Place to Railway Stationbus 66
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bideford Quaybus 317
7h 23m
£51–109
Train
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 38m
£63–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
8h 25m
£48–126

Southampton to Bideford by train and bus

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 177.3 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Bideford Quay via Westbury (Wilts), Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 25m.

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