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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Barnstaple is to train and bus via Bristol which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Swindon to Barnstaple?

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

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Barnstaple without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Swindon to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Barnstaple train from?

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

Where does the Swindon to Barnstaple train arrive?

Swindon to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Barnstaple is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Swindon to Barnstaple.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
3h 55m
£64–121
Train, bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
5h 14m
£32–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
5h 11m
£35–59
Drive 134.3 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Barnstaplecar 134.3 mi
2h 17m
£34–49

Swindon to Barnstaple by train

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3h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.9 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 55m.

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