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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Swansea to Barnstaple among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 61 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£39 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Swansea to Barnstaple, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Barnstaple:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Barnstaple costing on average £75.
Other travel options to Barnstaple take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 56m.
Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 5h 26m versus 3h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Barnstaple from Swansea by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Swansea to Barnstaple is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Barnstaple are Exeter. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Barnstaple on Omio.
Exeter is a compact Devon city known for its Norman cathedral, Roman history and lively quayside. Medieval streets, independent shops and a strong student presence give it a relaxed but energetic character.
Travel to Barnstaple easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Swansea to Barnstaple.
This is compared to other travel options from Swansea to Barnstaple:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swansea to Barnstaple costing on average £75.
Other travel options to Barnstaple take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 56m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Swansea and Barnstaple as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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