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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Bideford is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Bideford is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Reading to Bideford?

The distance between Reading and Bideford is 189 miles. The road distance is 166.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Reading to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Bideford bus from?

Reading to Bideford bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Train or bus from Reading to Bideford?

The best way to get from Reading to Bideford is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £75 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Reading to Bideford bus arrive?

Reading to Bideford bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from Reading to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Bideford is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Reading to Bideford.

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

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Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2209+ hotels available in Bideford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Totnes / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 11m
£97–181
Drive 165.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Bidefordcar 165.8 mi
3h 22m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
7h 25m
£55–73
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain London Waterloo - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
6h 9m
£87–205

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Reading to Bideford.

Launch map view

Distance: 187.7 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Bideford Quay via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 25m.

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