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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Swanage is to bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Bus Station via Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Swanage?

The distance between Basingstoke and Swanage is 100 miles. The road distance is 76.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Swanage without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 56m and costs £13 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Basingstoke to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Swanage bus from?

Basingstoke to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Swanage bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Swanage is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Basingstoke to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1929+ hotels available in Swanage.

Basingstoke to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
2h 56m
£13–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
2h 58m
£10–17
Drive 76.5 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Swanage76.5 mi
1h 30m
£20–28

Basingstoke to Swanage by train and bus

164Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.8 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a bus from The Malls to Bus Station via Bournemouth Station in around 2h 58m.

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