What is the cheapest way to get from Kent to Bude?

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Bude is to train and bus via Reading which costs £40 - £110 and takes 12h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kent to Bude?

The fastest way to get from Kent to Bude is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Bude?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Bude. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at The Strand via Maidstone, Stonebridge Park Station, Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way, Bus Station and West Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 46m.

How far is it from Kent to Bude?

The distance between Kent and Bude is 282 miles. The road distance is 261.1 miles.

How do I travel from Kent to Bude without a car?

The best way to get from Kent to Bude without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h and costs £85 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Kent to Bude?

It takes approximately 8h to get from Kent to Bude, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Bude bus from?

Kent to Bude bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, depart from Maidstone station.

Where does the Kent to Bude bus arrive?

Kent to Bude bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, arrive at London Stonebridge station.

Can I drive from Kent to Bude?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Bude is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Kent to Bude.

Where can I stay near Bude?

There are 1103+ hotels available in Bude.

Kent to Bude - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Kent to Bude by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoria
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
8h
£86–177
Train, bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoria
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
9h 22m
£43–158
Train, bus via Reading
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride
3. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Bampfylde Street
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station66
5. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strand6
12h 21m
£44–109
Drive 259.6 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Bude259.6 mi
4h 55m
£64–92
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maidstone to London Stonebridge
2. Take the bus from Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way to Bampfylde StreetW16
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to West Street66
4. Take the bus from West Street to The Strand6
12h 46m

Kent to Bude by train, subway, and bus

29Weekly Services

8hAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 280.7 mi
Duration: 8h

What companies run services between Kent, England and Bude, England?

You can take a bus from Dickley Wood to The Strand via King Street, Maidstone, London Stonebridge, Stonebridge Park Station, Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and West Street in around 12h 46m.

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