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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Reading is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Reading. However, there are services departing from Victoria Park Coach Stop and arriving at Bridge Street via Bus Station and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Bideford to Reading?

The distance between Bideford and Reading is 188 miles. The road distance is 165.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Bideford to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Reading bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bideford to Reading?

The best way to get from Bideford to Reading is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Bideford to Reading bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bideford to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Reading is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Bideford to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1434+ hotels available in Reading.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bideford to Reading 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 ReadingTotnes - London Paddington / ...
4h 42m
£48–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUk041 / ...
7h 12m
£31–51
Drive 164.9 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Reading164.9 mi
3h 20m
£41–58
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter CentralBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter Central to ReadingExeter St Davids - Reading
7h 9m
£73–162

Bideford to Reading by bus and train

61Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bideford to Reading.

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Distance: 186.7 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Bideford Quay to Reading via Bus Station, Rail Station, Barnstaple, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bridge Street via Bus Station and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 7h 12m.

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