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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Swindon is to bus and train via Bridgwater which costs £28 - £65 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Swindon is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Swindon via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Swindon?

The distance between Barnstaple and Swindon is 156 miles. The road distance is 135.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Barnstaple to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Swindon train from?

Barnstaple to Swindon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Swindon train arrive?

Barnstaple to Swindon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Swindon is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Barnstaple to Swindon.

How do I get a train ticket from Barnstaple to Swindon?

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Barnstaple to Swindon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barnstaple to Swindon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Swindontrain
3h 19m
£66–144
Bus, train via Bridgwater
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 375
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 174 / ...
4. Take the train from Bath Spa to Swindontrain
6h 48m
£28–62
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
3. Take the train from Bath Spa to Swindontrain
5h 12m
£32–72
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Swindoncar 134.4 mi
2h 18m
£33–48

Barnstaple to Swindon by train

116Weekly Trains

3h 19mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.9 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Swindon via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 19m.

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