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 28m.

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 28m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

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 17m.

How far is it from Swanage to Barnstaple?

The distance between Swanage and Barnstaple is 166 miles. The road distance is 108.6 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 train which takes 7h 17m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Swanage to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Barnstaple bus from?

Swanage to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

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.

Train or bus from Swanage to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Swanage to Barnstaple is to train which takes 7h 17m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Swanage to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Swanage to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Swanage to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2366+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Swanage to Barnstaple - 4 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
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 17m
£69–136
Drive 108 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Barnstaplecar 108 mi
2h 28m
£27–39
Line 40 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Poole stationbus 40
2. Take the train from Poole to Weymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 22m
£47–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
9h 46m
£56–143

Swanage to Barnstaple by bus and train

58Weekly Services

7h 17mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

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 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 46m.

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