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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Swanage is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Kings Statue and Wareham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Wareham via Salisbury and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Axminster to Swanage?

The distance between Axminster and Swanage is 138 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Axminster to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Swanage bus from?

Axminster to Swanage bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Swanage train from?

Axminster to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Train or bus from Axminster to Swanage?

The best way to get from Axminster to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Axminster to Swanage bus arrive?

Axminster to Swanage bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Axminster to Swanage train arrive?

Axminster to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Salisbury station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Swanage is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Axminster to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Salisburytrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 8m
£55–123
Drive 52.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Swanagecar 52.3 mi
1h 12m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X51 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Wareham Stationbus X54 / ...
4h 17m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Axminster to Swanagetaxi 52.3 mi
1h 12m
£110–130
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X51 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lulworth Cove to Bus Stationbus 30
4h 56m

Axminster to Swanage by train and bus

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Distance: 137.1 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and Swanage, England?

You can take a train from Axminster to Bus Station via Salisbury, Southampton Central, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Bus Station via Bus Station, Kings Statue, and Wareham Station in around 4h 17m.

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