What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Swanage is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Swanage is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Bournemouth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Swanage?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Swanage is 313 miles. The road distance is 192.4 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs £140 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Aberystwyth to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Swanage bus from?

Aberystwyth to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Swanage train from?

Aberystwyth to Swanage train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Swanage?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Swanage is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs £140 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £160 and takes 11h 12m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Swanage bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Swanage train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Swanage train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Swanage is 192 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Aberystwyth to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Swanage.

Aberystwyth to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
8h 40m
£148–226
Drive 191.3 mi
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1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Swanagecar 191.3 mi
4h 40m
£47–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
10h 20m
Train via Winchester
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Winchestertrain
3. Take the train from Winchester to Warehamtrain
8h 41m
£145–246
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
11h 12m
£66–153

Aberystwyth to Swanage by train and bus

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8h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 311.3 mi
Duration: 8h 40m

What companies run services between Aberystwyth, Wales and Swanage, England?

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Bus Station via Birmingham New Street, Bournemouth, and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 11h 12m.

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