Bristol to Bideford bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bristol to Bideford

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 04
Cheapest price on Nov 04
€28
Average ticket price on Nov 04
€28
Fastest journey on Nov 04
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Nov 04
3 h 50 m
Buses on Nov 04
1
Distance
122 km
Cheap tickets

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 €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast buses

On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 buses from Bristol to Bideford, including 1 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 04 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 Wed, Nov 04 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.

  • National ExpressNX105
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Bideford

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Buses from Bristol to Bideford run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €22 by train.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:25, the last at 20:49. The fastest bus covers the 122 km distance in 3h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €22
Distance
122 km
Average bus duration
3h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
€27
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 35m
First bus
6:25 AM
Last bus
8:49 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €22

Frequently asked questions about your Bristol to Bideford trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bristol to Bideford.

Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Bideford can start from as little as €27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Bideford is €30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Bristol to Bideford leaves at 6:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Bideford leaves at 8:49 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Bristol to Bideford with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.

Live departures

Bristol to Bideford bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Bideford buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
National ExpressNX1054:00 PM Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)
3h50
7:50 PM Bideford, Kingsley Road (The Burton at Bideford Art Gallery)0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Why should you book Bristol to Bideford buses with Omio?

National Express operates all buses services from Bristol to Bideford.
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Bus providers: National Express from Bristol to BidefordYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Bideford with National Express for as low as €22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest National Express Price
€27
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bristol and Bideford

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a coach from Bristol to Bideford, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Bideford. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Bideford and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Bideford:
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Bideford for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Bideford depends on the coach companies:
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Bideford.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Bideford:
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Bideford:
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Bideford.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Bideford with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Bideford with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Bideford with the following coach company: National Express.

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.

FAQs
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Bideford including taking a bus and train.
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popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Bristol to Bideford

Most Bristol to Bideford buses use the Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) to Bideford, Kingsley Road (The Burton at Bideford Art Gallery) station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Bideford bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Bristol
Arrival bus stations in Bideford
Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St)Bristol Bus Station (Bay 19), Marlborough Street 15, BS1 3ES
City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St) from Bristol city centre

Bus76, X6, X1, 39, 75, X9, X4, 73, X39, 522, X6a, X1a · 4m · €2 · every ~156 min

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