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Visiting Bideford

Bideford is on your list of places to visit - fantastic. Let's talk about restaurants, getting there and some tips about what to do when you arrive.

What Should I Do In Bideford?

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FAQs About Bideford

How Do I Get To Bideford?

To get to Bideford, there are a few options:

Driving directions:

  • From Exeter: Take the A377 to Barnstaple, then take the A39 towards Bideford.
  • From Bristol: Take the M5 south until Junction 27, then take the A361 towards Barnstaple and follow signs to Bideford.
  • From Plymouth: Take the A38 to Bideford or take the A386 to Torrington, then follow signs to Bideford.

Rail directions:

  • The nearest train station to Bideford is Barnstaple station. From there, take the bus or a taxi to Bideford.
  • Alternatively, you can take the train to Exeter, then take the bus or drive to Bideford from there.

Local landmarks:

  • If you're coming from the seaside town of Westward Ho!, take the A39 south to Bideford.
  • If you're coming from the historic market town of Great Torrington, take the A386 towards Bideford.

Cities and towns:

  • If you're coming from the city of Bristol, take the M5 and A361 to reach Bideford.
  • If you're coming from the city of Plymouth, take the A38 or A386 to reach Bideford.
  • If you're coming from the city of Exeter, take the A377 and A39 to reach Bideford.

What's The Nearest Airport To Bideford?

The closest airport to Bideford is Exeter Airport, which is approximately 48 miles away. The recommended route is to take the A361 from Bideford to Barnstaple, then continue on the A361 to Tiverton, and finally take the M5 to Exeter. This route is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes by car.

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