What is the cheapest way to get from The Downs to Bristol?

The cheapest way to get from The Downs to Bristol is to line 3 bus and bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 6h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from The Downs to Bristol?

The fastest way to get from The Downs to Bristol is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between The Downs and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from The Downs to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Church and arriving at Anchor Road via Bus Station and Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between The Downs and Bristol?

No, there is no direct train from The Downs to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Ivybridge and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from The Downs to Bristol?

The distance between The Downs and Bristol is 129 miles. The road distance is 114.4 miles.

How do I travel from The Downs to Bristol without a car?

The best way to get from The Downs to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £100 - £170.

How long does it take to get from The Downs to Bristol?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from The Downs to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the The Downs to Bristol bus from?

The Downs to Bristol bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the The Downs to Bristol train from?

The Downs to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from The Downs to Bristol?

The best way to get from The Downs to Bristol is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can line 3 bus and bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the The Downs to Bristol bus arrive?

The Downs to Bristol bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Royal Parade station.

Where does the The Downs to Bristol train arrive?

The Downs to Bristol train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from The Downs to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between The Downs to Bristol is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from The Downs to Bristol.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2557+ hotels available in Bristol.

The Downs to Bristol - 3 ways to travel via train, line 3 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from The Downs to Bristol by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 39m
£108–162
Line 3 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Royal Paradebus 3
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Anchor Roadbus Fal
6h 27m
£9–12
Drive 113.7 mi
1. Drive from The Downs to Bristolcar 113.7 mi
2h 15m
£29–41

The Downs to Bristol by bus

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Distance: 127.8 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between The Downs, Devon, England and Bristol, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Temple Meads hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church to Anchor Road via Bus Station, Royal Parade, and Plymouth Coach Station in around 6h 27m.

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