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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Bideford is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Bideford is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Rail Station Forecourt A, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Swindon to Bideford?

The distance between Swindon and Bideford is 168 miles. The road distance is 143.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Swindon to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Bideford bus from?

Swindon to Bideford bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Fleming Way station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Bideford?

The best way to get from Swindon to Bideford is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus and line 231 bus, which costs and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Swindon to Bideford bus arrive?

Swindon to Bideford bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Rail Station Forecourt C.

Can I drive from Swindon to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Bideford is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Swindon to Bideford.

Where can I stay near Bideford?

There are 2209+ hotels available in Bideford.

Swindon to Bideford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 231 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 30m
£88–192
Drive 142.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Bidefordcar 142.9 mi
2h 27m
£35–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
5h 39m
£44–71
Bus, line 231 bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Rail Station Forecourt Cbus 55
2. Take the bus from Rail Station Forecourt A to Bus Stationbus 231
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502
8h 45m

Swindon to Bideford by train and bus

115Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.9 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Bideford Quay via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Rail Station Forecourt A, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 45m.

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