Rome2Rio

How to get fromSwansea to Bidefordby train, bus, or car

Find Transport to Bideford

See all options

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
    2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain train
    3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain train
    6h 5m
    £82–158

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus bus 202 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus bus 105
    7h 20m
    £25–46

  3. Drive  170 mi

    1. Drive from Swansea to Bidefordcar car 170 mi
    3h 2m
    £43–61

  4. Train via Cardiff

    1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain train
    2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain train
    3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain train
    6h 51m
    £79–158

  5. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus bus X2
    2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain train
    3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bideford Quaybus bus 317
    10h 23m
    £57–104

Swansea to Bideford by train and bus

Calendar115Weekly Services
Duration6h 5mAverage Duration
Ticket£82Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Swansea to Bideford.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 210.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 5m

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 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Bus Station in around 7h 20m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Booking & Getting There