🚌 Bus from Instow to Bideford
2 direct routes · about 14 min · first bus 07:26, last bus 22:00 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21A | Stagecoach South West | ~14 min | 32 | 07:26 | 22:00 | Rectory Lane (SW-bound) |
| 5B | Stagecoach South West | ~12 min | 6 | 05:40 | 17:15 | The Quay (S-bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Instow on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Instow to Bideford?
2 routes run directly from Instow to Bideford: the 21A (Stagecoach South West), the 5B (Stagecoach South West).
How long does the bus take from Instow to Bideford?
Around 14 minutes on the 21A, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Instow to Bideford?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 21A) leaves around 07:26 and the last around 22:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Instow to Bideford?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.