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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Swanage is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 10h 56m.

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 31m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Swanage?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Swanage is 338 miles. The road distance is 195.1 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 and bus which takes 8h 42m and costs £50 - £400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m 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 does the Aberystwyth to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Swanage is 195 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Aberystwyth to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1902+ hotels available in Swanage.

Aberystwyth to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Swanage 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouth
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Court50
8h 42m
£52–393
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Heathrow Central Bus Station409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
10h 56m
£34–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisbury
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Bus Station50
10h 27m
Drive 193.9 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Swanage193.9 mi
4h 31m
£49–70

Aberystwyth to Swanage by train and bus

48Weekly Services

8h 42mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 336.3 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 10h 56m.

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