Barnstaple to Swansea: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Barnstaple from Swansea?

The distance from Barnstaple to Swansea is 37.7 miles (60.6 km) as the crow flies. Swansea is located N of Barnstaple. By car, the driving distance is approximately 162.2 miles, taking about 3h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barnstaple and Swansea. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.