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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Exeter is to bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Bideford Quay and arriving at Sidwell Street via Opposite Church and Stone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Bideford to Exeter?

The distance between Bideford and Exeter is 49 miles. The road distance is 42.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Exeter without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 19m and costs £10 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Bideford to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Exeter bus from?

Bideford to Exeter bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Opposite Church station.

Where does the Bideford to Exeter bus arrive?

Bideford to Exeter bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Stone station.

Can I drive from Bideford to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Exeter is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Bideford to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 1356+ hotels available in Exeter.

Bideford to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Kingsley Road to High Wall372 / ...
2. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St DavidsBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2h 19m
£10–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Opposite Church to Stone5B
2. Take the bus from Stone to Sidwell Street5B / ...
3h 36m
£7–11
Drive 42.4 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Exeter42.4 mi
1h 6m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bideford to Exeter42.4 mi
1h 6m
£240–290
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bideford Quay to High Wall21 / ...
2. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St DavidsBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2h 22m
£11–12

Bideford to Exeter by bus, foot, and train

116Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.4 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Sidwell Street via Opposite Church and Stone in around 3h 36m.

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