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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Sands is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Sands is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Sands. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Sands via Queensway Q1, Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Swindon to Sands?

The distance between Swindon and Sands is 167 miles. The road distance is 136.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Sands without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Swindon to Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Sands bus from?

Swindon to Sands bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Sands?

The best way to get from Swindon to Sands is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Swindon to Sands bus arrive?

Swindon to Sands bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Queensway Q1 station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Sands is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Swindon to Sands.

Where can I stay near Sands?

There are 2237+ hotels available in Sands.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Swindon to Sands 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
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
4h 20m
£62–123
Drive 136.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Sands136.1 mi
2h 52m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Queensway Q1
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
7h 51m
£52–92
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to St James' Place Gardens21B
5h 9m
£42–100

Swindon to Sands by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 51mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Swindon, England and Sands, Devon, England?

You can take a train from Swindon to Sands via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Sands via Queensway Q1, Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 7h 51m.

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