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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Swanage is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Solihull to Swanage?

The distance between Solihull and Swanage is 187 miles. The road distance is 149 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Solihull to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Swanage bus from?

Solihull to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Swanage?

The best way to get from Solihull to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Solihull to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Solihull to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Swanage is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Solihull to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1370+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Solihull 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 Leamington Spa to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 14m
£83–138
Drive 148.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solihull to Swanagecar 148.1 mi
3h 31m
£36–52
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
6h 58m
£40–99
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 39m
£89–124

Solihull to Swanage by train and bus

130Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.5 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Leamington Spa to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Solihull Town Centre to Bus Station via Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 58m.

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