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How to get fromSwindon to Tavistockby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Swindon to Tavistock by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 66 bus, line 118 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
    2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain train
    3. Take the bus from Clifton Place to Tenby Housebus bus 66
    4. Take the bus from West Street to Bedford Hotelbus bus 118 / ...
    5h 2m
    £52–99

  2. Train, bus, line 1 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
    2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus bus 104 / ...
    3. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Bus Stationbus bus 1
    6h 22m
    £31–68

  3. Drive  151.2 mi

    1. Drive from Swindon to Tavistockcar car 151.2 mi
    2h 50m
    £38–54

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  • Distance: 159.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 2m

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

There is no direct connection from Swindon to Tavistock. However, you can take the train to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Exeter St Davids, walk to Clifton Place, take the line 66 bus to Tenby House, walk to West Street, then take the line 118 bus to Bedford Hotel. Alternatively, you can drive from Swindon to Tavistock in around 2h 50m.

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