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

The cheapest way to get from Saltash to Swanage is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saltash to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Saltash and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltash to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Callington Road and arriving at Bus Station via Plymouth Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

How far is it from Saltash to Swanage?

The distance between Saltash and Swanage is 187 miles. The road distance is 125.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saltash to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Saltash to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saltash to Swanage bus from?

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

Train or bus from Saltash to Swanage?

The best way to get from Saltash to Swanage is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £110 and takes 10h 3m.

Where does the Saltash to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saltash to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltash to Swanage is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Saltash to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1907+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Saltash 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 Saltash to Castle CaryPenzance - London Paddington
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to WeymouthGloucester - Weymouth / ...
6h 3m
£96–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station504 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Station
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
10h 3m
£29–105
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisbury
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Bus Station50
7h 26m
£30–80
Drive 124.4 mi
1. Drive from Saltash to Swanage124.4 mi
2h 25m
£31–45

Saltash to Swanage by train and bus

1Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Saltash to Bus Station via Castle Cary, Weymouth, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Callington Road to Bus Station via Railway Station, Plymouth Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 10h 3m.

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