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 Frimley station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Bideford?

The distance between Basingstoke and Bideford is 176 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 which takes 5h 3m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m 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 Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Bideford?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Bideford is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Bideford bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Victoria Park Coach Stop 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.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 395+ hotels available in Bideford.

Basingstoke to Bideford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Bideford by train, bus, or car

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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 3m
£37–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
8h 7m
£37–78
Drive 154.2 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Bidefordcar 154.2 mi
2h 57m
£38–55

Basingstoke to Bideford by train and bus

102Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.9 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop twice daily. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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