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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Swanage is to line 321 bus and bus and line 50 bus which costs £15 - £27 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Swanage?

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

How far is it from Luton to Swanage?

The distance between Luton and Swanage is 156 miles. The road distance is 142.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Swanage without a car is to train and line 50 bus which takes 4h 45m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Luton to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Swanage bus from?

Luton to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where does the Luton to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Luton to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Swanage is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Luton to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Swanage.

Luton to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from Luton to Farringdontrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
4h 45m
£60–137
Line 321 bus, bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Watford Junction stationbus 321
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
7h 41m
£16–27
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
5h 18m
£28–65
Drive 141.5 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Swanagecar 141.5 mi
2h 34m
£35–50

Luton to Swanage by train and bus

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4h 45mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.6 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 5h 18m.

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