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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Bideford is to bus via Cardiff which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 2m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Parkway and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Swansea to Bideford?

The distance between Swansea and Bideford is 212 miles. The road distance is 171.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Bideford without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Swansea to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Bideford bus from?

Swansea to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Bideford train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Bideford?

The best way to get from Swansea to Bideford is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Swansea to Bideford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swansea to Bideford train arrive?

Swansea to Bideford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Bideford is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Swansea to Bideford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
6h 4m
£90–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
7h 20m
£30–89
Drive 170.2 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Bidefordcar 170.2 mi
3h 3m
£42–60
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 9m
£87–177
Bus via Cardiff
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 502 / ...
8h 2m
£30–67

Swansea to Bideford by train and bus

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6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.6 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Bideford Quay via Bristol Parkway, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Bus Station in around 7h 20m.

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