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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter Central to Swanage is to bus which costs £13 - £20 and takes 6h 57m.

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 48m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter Central and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter Central station to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Trinity Square, Bus Station, Kings Statue and Wareham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Exeter Central to Swanage?

The distance between Exeter Central and Swanage is 98 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 bus which takes 4h 58m and costs £25 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m 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 Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter Central to Swanage bus arrive?

Exeter Central to Swanage bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Trinity Square station.

Can I drive from Exeter Central to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter Central to Swanage is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Exeter Central to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2078+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Exeter Central to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
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 / ...
4h 58m
£25–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus 44A
2. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Wareham Stationbus X54
5. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40
6h 57m
£13–20
Train, bus via Castle Cary
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 3m
£46–92
Drive 79.2 mi
1. Drive from Exeter Central to Swanagecar 79.2 mi
1h 48m
£20–29

Exeter Central to Swanage by train, bus, and foot

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4h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 97.3 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a vehicle from Exeter Central to Bus Station via Bus Station, Trinity Square, Bus Station, Kings Statue, and Wareham Station in around 6h 57m.

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