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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Bideford is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Bideford is to drive which takes 5h 19m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from Colchester to Bideford?

The distance between Colchester and Bideford is 281 miles. The road distance is 259.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £90 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Colchester to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Bideford bus from?

Colchester to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Bideford?

The best way to get from Colchester to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £90 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Colchester to Bideford bus arrive?

Colchester to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Bideford is 260 miles. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Colchester to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2207+ hotels available in Bideford.

Colchester to Bideford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Bideford by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 10m
£94–210
Train via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 41m
£52–161
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
9h 31m
£66–130
Drive 258.4 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Bidefordcar 258.4 mi
5h 19m
£63–91
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 28m
£71–198

Colchester to Bideford by train and bus

116Weekly Services

6h 10mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.2 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Bideford Quay via Stratford, London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 31m.

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