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 £26 - £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 £26 - £40.

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 6h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Barnstaple to Swanage, including transfers.

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 1957+ hotels available in Swanage.

Barnstaple to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 40 bus, and car

There are 3 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
6h 20m
Drive 107.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Swanagecar 107.9 mi
2h 26m
£27–38
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
6h 43m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Swanage.

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Distance: 136.7 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

There is no direct connection from Barnstaple to Swanage. However, you can take the train to Axminster, walk to Rail Station, take the bus to Bus Station, take the bus to Kings Statue, walk to Weymouth, take the train to Wareham, walk to Wareham Station, then take the line 40 bus to Bus Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Barnstaple to Swanage in around 2h 26m.

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