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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 45m.

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 50m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Mowlem Court via Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swanage?

The distance between Cardiff and Swanage is 159 miles. The road distance is 118.2 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 and line 50 bus which takes 5h 1m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m 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.

Where does the Cardiff to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swanage is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cardiff to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2085+ hotels available in Swanage.

Cardiff to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 1m
£61–111
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
5h 45m
£29–46
Drive 117.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swanagecar 117.5 mi
2h 50m
£29–42

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Distance: 157.9 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Mowlem Court via Bournemouth Station in around 5h 45m.

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