What is the cheapest way to get from Exeter Central to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Exeter Central to Swanage is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Exeter Central to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from Exeter Central to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £19 - £29.

How far is it from Exeter Central to Swanage?

The distance between Exeter Central and Swanage is 127 miles. The road distance is 79.6 miles.

How do I travel from Exeter Central to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from Exeter Central to Swanage without a car is to train and line 40 bus which takes 5h 41m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Exeter Central to Swanage?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Exeter Central to Swanage, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Exeter Central and Swanage?

Swanage is 1h behind Exeter Central. It is currently 1:58 AM in Exeter Central and 12:58 AM in Swanage.

Can I drive from Exeter Central to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter Central to Swanage is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Exeter Central to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1910+ hotels available in Swanage.

Exeter Central to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Exeter Central to Swanage by train, bus, 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.

Train, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Cary
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upwey
3. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Station40
5h 41m
£64–123
Drive 79.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter Central to Swanage79.2 mi
1h 46m
£20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminster
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus StationX53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings StatueX53 / ...
5h 52m

Exeter Central to Swanage by foot, train, and bus

61Weekly Services

5h 41mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Exeter Central to Swanage.

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Distance: 126.4 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Exeter Central, England and Swanage, England?

There is no direct connection from Exeter Central to Swanage. However, you can walk to Exeter St Davids, take the train to Castle Cary, take the train to Upwey, take the train to Wareham, walk to Wareham Station, then take the line 40 bus to Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Exeter Central to Bus Station via Axminster, Rail Station, Bus Station, Kings Statue, Weymouth, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 52m.

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