The average bus between Bude and Instow takes 2h 7m and the fastest bus takes 1h 58m. The bus service runs several times per day from Bude to Instow. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 3 times a day between Bude and Instow. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bude is at 6:20 PM which arrives into Instow at 8:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Library and take an average of 2h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bude to Instow? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Bude to Instow. However, there are services departing from Bude station and arriving at Instow station via Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.
Bude to Instow bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from The Strand station.
Bude to Instow bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Bideford Quay station.
The distance between Bude and Instow is 35.9 km. The road distance is 56 km.
You can take a bus from The Strand to Kiln Close Lane via Library and Bideford Quay in around 2h 29m.