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 £27 - £45 and takes 2h 31m.

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 31m and costs £27 - £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 5m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m 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 National Express, 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 5m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £100 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Poole to Bideford bus arrive?

Poole to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, 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 31m 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 445+ 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 Upweytrain
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 5m
£63–110
Drive 114.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Bidefordcar 114.7 mi
2h 31m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
9h 10m
£50–99
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 40m

Poole to Bideford by train and bus

58Weekly Services

7h 5mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Poole to Bideford.

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Distance: 171.9 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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 5m. 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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