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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swanage is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swanage?

The distance between Cardiff and Swanage is 169 miles. The road distance is 120.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Cardiff to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swanage bus from?

Cardiff to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Swanage?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £80 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swanage bus arrive?

Cardiff to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swanage is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Cardiff to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1919+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton CentralCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to WarehamLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 5m
£48–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Station
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
6h 49m
£22–78
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SalisburyCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Bus Station50
5h 24m
£37–59
Drive 120.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swanage120.1 mi
2h 41m
£30–44

Cardiff to Swanage by train and bus

103Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bus Station via Southampton Central, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 49m.

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