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

The cheapest way to get from Ruislip to Swanage is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruislip to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ruislip and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruislip to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Brickwall Lane and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Ruislip to Swanage?

The distance between Ruislip and Swanage is 149 miles. The road distance is 118.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ruislip to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Ruislip to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruislip to Swanage bus from?

Ruislip to Swanage bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Brickwall Lane station.

Train or bus from Ruislip to Swanage?

The best way to get from Ruislip to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can line 278 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Ruislip to Swanage bus arrive?

Ruislip to Swanage bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ruislip to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruislip to Swanage is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Ruislip to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1903+ hotels available in Swanage.

Ruislip to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, line 278 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ruislip 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
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to WarehamLondon Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 34m
£32–97
Drive 117.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ruislip to Swanage117.5 mi
2h 13m
£30–43
Line 278 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brickwall Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Station278
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Station
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
4h 43m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
5h 20m
£39–99
Line 278 bus, bus via Meeting House Lane
1. Take the bus from Brickwall Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Station278
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Meeting House Lane035 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Bus Station50
5h 27m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 148.1 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Wareham hourly. Tickets cost £26–90 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brickwall Lane to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 4h 43m.

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