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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Swansea is to bus which costs £28 - £85 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Swansea via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Swansea?

The distance between Barnstaple and Swansea is 200 miles. The road distance is 161.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Barnstaple to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Swansea bus from?

Barnstaple to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Swansea?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Swansea is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £85 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Swansea bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Swansea is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Barnstaple to Swansea.

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

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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 Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
5h 5m
£88–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
6h 40m
£28–83
Drive 160.5 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Swanseacar 160.5 mi
2h 52m
£40–57
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain
5h 42m
£86–173

Barnstaple to Swansea by train

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Distance: 198.5 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Swansea via Exeter St Davids and Bristol Parkway in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Swansea City Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station in around 6h 40m.

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