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

The cheapest way to get from Bideford to Swansea is to bus via Newport which costs £29 - £65 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bideford to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Bideford and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Bideford to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Victoria Park Coach Stop and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Bideford and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Bideford to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Swansea via Exeter St Davids and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Bideford to Swansea?

The distance between Bideford and Swansea is 193 miles. The road distance is 170 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bideford to Swansea without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 19m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Bideford to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Swansea bus from?

Bideford to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Victoria Park Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Bideford to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Bideford to Swansea?

The best way to get from Bideford to Swansea is to bus which takes 6h 49m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £190 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Bideford to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bideford to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bideford to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Bideford to Swansea is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Bideford to Swansea.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Bideford to Swansea by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to County Hallbus 502 / ...
2. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain
6h 19m
£65–143
Bus via Newport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus
8h
£29–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
6h 49m
£30–88
Drive 169 mi
1. Drive from Bideford to Swanseacar 169 mi
3h 2m
£42–60
Train
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
6h 59m
£89–181

Bideford to Swansea by bus and train

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Distance: 191.5 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Victoria Park Coach Stop to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsley Road to Swansea via Bus Station, Rail Station, Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, and Cardiff Central in around 6h 59m.

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