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. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at Mowlem Court via Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Wareham via Leamington Spa and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Solihull to Swanage?

The distance between Solihull and Swanage is 185 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 16m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m 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.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Swanage train from?

Solihull to Swanage train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leamington Spa station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Swanage?

The best way to get from Solihull to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 7h.

Where does the Solihull to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Where does the Solihull to Swanage train arrive?

Solihull to Swanage train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth 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 2084+ hotels available in Swanage.

Solihull 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 Solihull to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 16m
£88–139
Drive 148.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Solihull to Swanagecar 148.1 mi
3h 31m
£37–53
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 Mowlem Courtbus 50
7h
£39–100
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 51m
£95–135

Solihull to Swanage by train and bus

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5h 16mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.4 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Leamington Spa to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Solihull Town Centre to Mowlem Court via Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 7h.

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