The average train between Swindon and North Devon takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 6m. There is a train service every few hours from Swindon to North Devon. 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 Swindon and North Devon. The earliest departure is at 12:36 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 10:59 PM which arrives into North Devon at 6:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Swindon to North Devon? 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 Swindon to North Devon. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at North Devon station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.
Swindon to North Devon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to North Devon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Barnstaple station.
Book your Swindon to North Devon train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Cross Country.
The distance between Swindon and North Devon is 166.9 km. The road distance is 249 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 54m.