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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Swanage is to bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station which costs £15 - £50 and takes 6h 3m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Bus Station via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Purley to Swanage?

The distance between Purley and Swanage is 155 miles. The road distance is 121.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Swanage without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 35m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Purley to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Swanage bus from?

Purley to Swanage bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where does the Purley to Swanage bus arrive?

Purley to Swanage bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Purley to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Swanage is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Purley to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1909+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Purley 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 Clapham Junction to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
4h 35m
£33–90
Bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationSl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Station
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
6h 3m
£15–49
Drive 120.8 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Swanage120.8 mi
2h 30m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Bournemouth Station206
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
6h 50m
£23–70

Purley to Swanage by train and bus

98Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.2 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Bus Station via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 3m.

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