The average bus between Instow and Bude takes 2h 55m and the fastest bus takes 2h 12m. The bus service runs several times per day from Instow to Bude. 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 4 times a day between Instow and Bude. The earliest departure is at 6:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Instow is at 4:57 PM which arrives into Bude at 8:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Bideford Quay and take an average of 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Instow to Bude? 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 Instow to Bude. However, there are services departing from Instow station and arriving at Bude station via Church. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Instow to Bude bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bideford Quay station.
Instow to Bude bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at The Strand station.
The distance between Instow and Bude is 35.9 km. The road distance is 56 km.
You can take a bus from Down Road to The Strand via Bideford Quay and Library in around 3h 12m.