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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Basingstoke is to bus which costs £10 - £18 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Malls via Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Swanage to Basingstoke?

The distance between Swanage and Basingstoke is 100 miles. The road distance is 77.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Basingstoke without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 33m and costs £16 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Swanage to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Basingstoke bus from?

Swanage to Basingstoke bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Swanage to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Swanage to Basingstoke bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Basingstoke is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Swanage to Basingstoke.

Where can I stay near Basingstoke?

There are 804+ hotels available in Basingstoke.

Swanage to Basingstoke - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swanage to Basingstoke by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to BasingstokeWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2h 33m
£16–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to The Malls035 / ...
3h 18m
£10–18
Drive 76.8 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Basingstoke76.8 mi
1h 30m
£20–28

Swanage to Basingstoke by bus and train

164Weekly Services

2h 33mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 99.7 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to The Malls via Bournemouth Station in around 3h 18m.

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