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 - £28 and takes 1h 47m.

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 47m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter Central and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter Central to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

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 6m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Exeter Central to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter Central to Swanage bus from?

Exeter Central to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Exeter Central to Swanage bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Exeter Central and Swanage?

Swanage is 1h behind Exeter Central. It is currently 2:32 PM in Exeter Central and 1:32 PM 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 47m to drive from Exeter Central to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1881+ hotels available in Swanage.

Exeter Central to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, and bus

There are 4 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 Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
3. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40
5h 6m
£56–100
Drive 79.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter Central to Swanagecar 79.2 mi
1h 47m
£20–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
5h 36m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus Uk061
7h 45m
£27–94

Exeter Central to Swanage by foot, train, and bus

60Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.4 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a vehicle from Exeter Central to Bus Station via Bampfylde Street, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 7h 45m.

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