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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Swanage and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Swanage to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Wareham and arriving at Barnstaple via Upwey, Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Swanage to Barnstaple?

The distance between Swanage and Barnstaple is 136 miles. The road distance is 108.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Barnstaple without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Swanage to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Barnstaple train from?

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

Where does the Swanage to Barnstaple train arrive?

Swanage to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Barnstaple is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Swanage to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2403+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Swanage to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 30 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h
Drive 107.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Barnstaplecar 107.9 mi
2h 26m
£27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 7m
£70–142
Line 30 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lulworth Covebus 30
2. Take the bus from Lulworth Cove to Kings Statuebus X54 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
5. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
6. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 32m

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Distance: 135.3 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Barnstaple via Wareham Station, Wareham, Upwey, Castle Cary, and Exeter St Davids in around 7h 7m.

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