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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Swanage. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at Mowlem Court via London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Wareham via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Swanage?

The distance between Maidstone and Swanage is 171 miles. The road distance is 151.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Maidstone to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Swanage bus from?

Maidstone to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Swanage train from?

Maidstone to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Swanage?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Maidstone to Swanage bus arrive?

Maidstone to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Maidstone to Swanage train arrive?

Maidstone to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Swanage is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Maidstone to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2077+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Waterloo Easttrain Ashford International - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 48m
£62–134
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
6h 23m
£26–41
Drive 150.4 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Swanagecar 150.4 mi
2h 50m
£38–55
Train, bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
7h 31m
£36–58

Maidstone to Swanage by train, foot, and bus

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4h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Bus Station via London Waterloo East, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to Mowlem Court via London Victoria and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 23m.

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