The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Bideford
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bristol to Bideford is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Bideford will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bristol for Bideford on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 122 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
NX502
NX502Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Bristol to Bideford
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Bideford among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €23.
Distance: 122 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€31 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bristol to Bideford bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bideford buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NX502 | 3:35 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) | 3h50 | 7:25 PM Bideford, Kingsley Road (The Burton at Bideford Art Gallery) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bristol to Bideford
Buses from Bristol to Bideford run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €14 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:25, the last at 23:48. The fastest bus covers the 122 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 122 km |
Average bus duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 06:25 |
Last bus 23:48 |
Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to BidefordYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Bideford with National Express for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bristol to Bideford
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Bideford by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bideford, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around 0.5 miles (798 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bideford, Kingsley Road (The Burton at Bideford Art Gallery), located 0.2 miles (378 m) away from the city centre.
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