The average train between Barnstaple and Swindon takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 2h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Barnstaple to Swindon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Barnstaple and Swindon. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Barnstaple is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Swindon at 8:08 AM. All services require a transfer at Exeter St Davids and take an average of 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Barnstaple to Swindon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple station and arriving at Swindon station via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.
Barnstaple to Swindon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.
Barnstaple to Swindon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swindon station.
Book your Barnstaple to Swindon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Barnstaple and Swindon is 166.9 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Barnstaple to Swindon via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 24m.