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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Alcester is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Alcester is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Alcester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Alcester station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Park Coach Stop and arriving at Police Station via Bus Station, Barford St and Redditch Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 8m.

How far is it from Bideford to Alcester?

The distance between Bideford and Alcester is 244 miles. The road distance is 165.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Alcester without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs £60 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Bideford to Alcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Alcester bus from?

Bideford to Alcester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Victoria Park Coach Stop station.

Train or bus from Bideford to Alcester?

The best way to get from Bideford to Alcester is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs £60 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Newhall St, which costs £35 - £50 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Bideford to Alcester bus arrive?

Bideford to Alcester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bideford to Alcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Alcester is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Bideford to Alcester.

Where can I stay near Alcester?

There are 1389+ hotels available in Alcester.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bideford to Alcester 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
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St DavidsBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
7h 8m
£63–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
9h 8m
£32–50
Bus via Newhall St
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk070 / ...
8h 4m
£36–49
Drive 164.9 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Alcester164.9 mi
2h 52m
£42–60

Bideford to Alcester by bus, foot, and train

116Weekly Services

7h 8mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 242.9 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Bideford, England and Alcester, Warwickshire, England?

You can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Police Station via High Wall, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, Redditch, and Redditch Bus Station in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Police Station via Bus Station, Newhall St, Birmingham New Street, Redditch, and Redditch Bus Station in around 8h 4m.

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