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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bideford is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bideford is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bideford?

The distance between Cardiff and Bideford is 165 miles. The road distance is 134.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bideford without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 38m and costs £25 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Cardiff to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bideford bus from?

Cardiff to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bideford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bideford is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 38m and costs £25 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £75 and takes 6h.

Where does the Cardiff to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bideford is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Cardiff to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2115+ hotels available in Bideford.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 38m
£25–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
6h
£28–71
Drive 133.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bidefordcar 133.4 mi
2h 27m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 59m
£50–92

Cardiff to Bideford by train and bus

116Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Bideford.

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Distance: 163.8 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Bideford, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bideford Quay via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Bus Station in around 6h.

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