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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Bideford is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Bideford is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Bideford. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Barnstaple via Reading and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Bideford?

The distance between Basingstoke and Bideford is 204 miles. The road distance is 155.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Bideford without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 57m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Basingstoke to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Bideford bus from?

Basingstoke to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Bideford?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Bideford is to train via Reading which takes 4h 57m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Bideford bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Bideford train arrive?

Basingstoke to Bideford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Bideford is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Basingstoke to Bideford.

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

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Basingstoke to Bideford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Basingstoke to Bideford by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 57m
£79–156
Drive 154.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Bidefordcar 154.2 mi
2h 57m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
7h 25m
£42–112
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 1m
£65–130
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke 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
6h 46m
£53–104

Basingstoke to Bideford by train and bus

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.1 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Bideford Quay via Reading, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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