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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Bideford is to bus via Bristol which costs £26 - £65 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Bideford is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Transport Hub and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Barnstaple via Swindon, Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Stroud to Bideford?

The distance between Stroud and Bideford is 193 miles. The road distance is 130.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Stroud to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Bideford bus from?

Stroud to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Stroud to Bideford?

The best way to get from Stroud to Bideford is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Stroud to Bideford bus arrive?

Stroud to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Victoria Park Coach Stop station.

Where does the Stroud to Bideford train arrive?

Stroud to Bideford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Bideford is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Stroud to Bideford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5h 14m
£78–160
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Sainsbury'sbus 65 / ...
2. Take the bus from May Lane Bus Station to Rock Streetbus 60
3. Take the bus from Rock Street to Cabot Circusbus T1
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
8h 8m
£27–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 105
7h 34m
£31–76
Drive 129.7 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Bidefordcar 129.7 mi
2h 19m
£32–46

Stroud to Bideford by train and bus

116Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.6 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Stroud (Glos) to Bideford Quay via Swindon, Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Victoria Park Coach Stop twice daily. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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