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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Swanage is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone station to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Swanage?

The distance between Folkestone and Swanage is 205 miles. The road distance is 183.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £80 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Folkestone to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Swanage bus from?

Folkestone to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Swanage?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Folkestone to Swanage bus arrive?

Folkestone to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Swanage is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Folkestone to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2080+ hotels available in Swanage.

Folkestone to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 50 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Folkestone 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
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 2m
£84–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
9h 45m
£37–85
Drive 182.2 mi
1. Drive from Folkestone to Swanagecar 182.2 mi
3h 19m
£45–65
Train, line 50 bus via London
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Waterloo Easttrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 47m
£77–170
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train
2. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
4. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
8h 2m
£81–164

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

119Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Folkestone to Swanage.

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Distance: 204.2 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Bus Station via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Folkestone Central station to Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 9h 45m.

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