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

The cheapest way to get from Watchet to Bideford is to bus which costs £12 - £22 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watchet to Bideford is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Watchet and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Watchet to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Brendon Road and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Hither Mead, Castle Way and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Watchet to Bideford?

The distance between Watchet and Bideford is 96 miles. The road distance is 51.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watchet to Bideford without a car is to line 28 bus and train and line 21 bus which takes 4h 9m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Watchet to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watchet to Bideford bus from?

Watchet to Bideford bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Castle Way station.

Where does the Watchet to Bideford bus arrive?

Watchet to Bideford bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Watchet to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Watchet to Bideford is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Watchet to Bideford.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2415+ hotels available in Bideford.

Watchet to Bideford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, and line 21 bus

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

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Line 28 bus, train, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Brendon Road to Hither Meadbus 28
2. Take the bus from Hither Mead to Taunton Rail Stationbus 28 / ...
3. Take the train from Taunton to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Brunswick Wharfbus 21 / ...
4h 9m
£35–63
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castle Way to Bus Stationbus X22
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
5h 24m
£12–21
Drive 51 mi
1. Drive from Watchet to Bidefordcar 51 mi
1h 13m
£13–19
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Taunton 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
5h 57m
£23–38

Watchet to Bideford by bus and train

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4h 9mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 95.8 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Brendon Road to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Hither Mead, Castle Way, and Bus Station in around 5h 24m.

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