What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Swanage is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Swanage?

The distance between Barnstaple and Swanage is 138 miles. The road distance is 108.5 miles.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Swanage without a car is to train and bus and line 40 bus which takes 7h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to Swanage?

It takes approximately 7h to get from Barnstaple to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Swanage bus from?

Barnstaple to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Swanage?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Swanage is to train which takes 7h and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 9h 26m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Swanage bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Swanage is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Barnstaple to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1911+ hotels available in Swanage.

Barnstaple to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 40 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Swanage by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
4. Take the train from Weymouth to Warehamtrain
5. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40
7h
Drive 107.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Swanagecar 107.9 mi
2h 26m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
7h
£64–113
Train, bus, line 40 bus via Exeter
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
5. Take the train from Weymouth to Warehamtrain
6. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40
7h 25m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
9h 26m
£48–97

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Swanage.

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Distance: 136.7 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Swanage, England?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Bus Station via Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, Upwey, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 9h 26m.

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