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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Swanage is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cornwall and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Cornwall to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Roundabout and arriving at Bus Station via Dennison Road Car Park, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Swanage?

The distance between Cornwall and Swanage is 221 miles. The road distance is 147.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Swanage without a car is to bus and train and line 50 bus which takes 8h 37m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Cornwall to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Swanage bus from?

Cornwall to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dennison Road Car Park station.

Train or bus from Cornwall to Swanage?

The best way to get from Cornwall to Swanage is to bus which takes 12h 21m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £210 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Cornwall to Swanage bus arrive?

Cornwall to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cornwall to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Swanage is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Cornwall to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1882+ hotels available in Swanage.

Cornwall to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 50 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cornwall to Swanage by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Roundabout to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus 26
2. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
5. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Westover Roadbus X3 / ...
6. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Bus Stationbus 50
8h 37m
£42–159
Drive 146.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cornwall to Swanagecar 146.4 mi
2h 57m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dennison Road Car Park to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
12h 21m
£51–120
Train
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
8h 38m
£73–207

Cornwall to Swanage by bus and train

126Weekly Services

8h 37mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.2 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Roundabout to Bus Station via Mount Folly, Dennison Road Car Park, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 12h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roundabout to Bus Station via Bodmin Parkway Station, Bodmin Parkway, Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, Upwey, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 8h 38m.

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