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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Bideford is to train which costs £29 - £80 and takes 5h 1m.

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 56m and costs £35 - £60.

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 20m.

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 5h and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 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.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Bideford?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Bideford is to train via Reading which takes 5h and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Bideford is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Basingstoke to Bideford.

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

Book your Basingstoke to Bideford bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2301+ hotels available in Bideford.

Basingstoke to Bideford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St DavidsLondon Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h
£51–134
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St DavidsLondon Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 1m
£30–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop502
7h 20m
£46–97
Drive 154.2 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Bideford154.2 mi
2h 56m
£39–56

Basingstoke to Bideford by train and bus

116Weekly Services

5hAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 203.1 mi
Duration: 5h

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 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 20m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.