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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Bideford is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Bideford is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Poole to Bideford?

The distance between Poole and Bideford is 173 miles. The road distance is 115.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs £75 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Poole to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Bideford bus from?

Poole to Bideford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Poole to Bideford?

The best way to get from Poole to Bideford is to train which takes 7h 23m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Poole to Bideford bus arrive?

Poole to Bideford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Poole to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Bideford is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Poole to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Bideford.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Poole to Bideford 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 Poole to Upwey
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Cary
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davids
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
7h 23m
£75–102
Drive 114.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Bideford114.7 mi
2h 30m
£29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop502
9h 10m
£39–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouth
2. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus StationX53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
7h 46m

Poole to Bideford by train and bus

59Weekly Services

7h 23mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Poole to Bideford.

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Distance: 171.9 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Bideford Quay via Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 7h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 10m.

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