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

The cheapest way to get from London to Swanage is to bus via Green Line Coach Station which costs £16 - £22 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between London and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Bus Station via Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from London to Swanage?

The distance between London and Swanage is 148 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Swanage without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 9m and costs £21 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from London to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Swanage bus from?

London to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where does the London to Swanage bus arrive?

London to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Can I drive from London to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Swanage is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from London to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1928+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

There are 4 ways to get from London 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
4h 9m
£22–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
5h 18m
£12–40
Drive 123 mi
1. Drive from London to Swanage123 mi
2h 30m
£30–44
Bus via Green Line Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
5h 43m
£16–21

London to Swanage by train and bus

61Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from London to Swanage.

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Distance: 147.3 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a bus from London Victoria to Bus Station via Bournemouth Station in around 5h 18m.

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