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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Swanage is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £23 - £95 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to Swanage is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterfield and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterfield station to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Swanage?

The distance between Chesterfield and Swanage is 288 miles. The road distance is 220.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £65 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Chesterfield to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Swanage bus from?

Chesterfield to Swanage bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Coach Station.

Train or bus from Chesterfield to Swanage?

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Swanage is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £65 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £23 - £95 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Chesterfield to Swanage bus arrive?

Chesterfield to Swanage bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chesterfield to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to Swanage is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Chesterfield to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1919+ hotels available in Swanage.

Chesterfield to Swanage - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Chesterfield to Swanage by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Chesterfield to London St Pancras IntlSheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to WarehamLondon Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 17m
£66–270
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Station
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
7h 42m
£23–93
Drive 219.2 mi
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Swanage219.2 mi
4h 24m
£56–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Wareham
6h 14m
£101–246
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouth
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
6h 42m
£54–258
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bournemouth Station160
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
11h 9m
£32–104

Chesterfield to Swanage by train, foot, subway, and bus

168Weekly Services

6h 17mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 286.3 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a train from Chesterfield to Bus Station via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 7h 42m.

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