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 £29 - £45 and takes 2h 50m.

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 £29 - £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 Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swanage?

The distance between Cardiff and Swanage is 159 miles. The road distance is 118.7 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 9m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m 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 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cardiff to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2072+ 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 9m
£61–111
Drive 118 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swanagecar 118 mi
2h 50m
£30–43
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50 / ...
5h 56m
£31–47

Cardiff to Swanage by train and bus

103Weekly Services

5h 9mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.9 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Bournemouth Station in around 5h 56m.

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