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

The cheapest way to get from Looe to Swanage is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Looe to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Looe and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Looe to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Bus Station via Plymouth Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 26m.

How far is it from Looe to Swanage?

The distance between Looe and Swanage is 200 miles. The road distance is 140.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Looe to Swanage without a car is to line 10 bus and train which takes 8h 19m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Looe to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Looe to Swanage bus from?

Looe to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Train or bus from Looe to Swanage?

The best way to get from Looe to Swanage is to bus which takes 11h 26m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £200 and takes 8h 22m.

Where does the Looe to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Looe to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Looe to Swanage is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Looe to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1887+ hotels available in Swanage.

Looe to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, line 10 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Looe to Swanage by bus, train, 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.

Line 10 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Square to Railway Stationbus 10
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
8h 19m
£89–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
11h 26m
£29–114
Drive 139.6 mi
1. Drive from Looe to Swanagecar 139.6 mi
2h 47m
£34–50
Train
1. Take the train from Liskeard to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
8h 22m
£71–196
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Liskeard to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Bus Stationbus 50
8h 34m
£46–133

Looe to Swanage by bus and train

39Weekly Services

8h 19mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.2 mi
Duration: 8h 19m

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

You can take a bus from The Square to Bus Station via Railway Station, Plymouth Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 11h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridge to Bus Station via Railway Station, Liskeard, Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, Upwey, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 8h 22m.

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