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 train between Cardiff and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Wareham via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swanage?

The distance between Cardiff and Swanage is 169 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 which takes 4h 56m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Cardiff to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swanage train from?

Cardiff to Swanage train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Swanage train arrive?

Cardiff to Swanage train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central 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 2079+ hotels available in Swanage.

Cardiff to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, line 50 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 56m
£66–126
Drive 117.5 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Swanagecar 117.5 mi
2h 50m
£30–43
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from St Peters Church to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 23m
£48–78

Cardiff to Swanage by train and bus

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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 4h 56m.

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