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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Bude is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Bude is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Bude?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Bude. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Strand via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.

How far is it from Swanage to Bude?

The distance between Swanage and Bude is 189 miles. The road distance is 129.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Bude without a car is to line 50 bus and bus and train which takes 9h 3m and costs £29 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 9h 3m to get from Swanage to Bude, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Bude bus from?

Swanage to Bude bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Swanage to Bude bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Bude?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Bude is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Swanage to Bude.

Where can I stay near Bude?

There are 1138+ hotels available in Bude.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Bude 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.

Line 50 bus, bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Squarebus 50
2. Take the bus from Westover Road to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain
6. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strandbus 6
9h 3m
£29–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strandbus 6
9h 10m
£62–113
Drive 129.2 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Budecar 129.2 mi
2h 55m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 501 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 66
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strandbus 6
12h 23m
£46–100

Swanage to Bude by bus and train

62Weekly Services

9h 3mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188 mi
Duration: 9h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to The Strand via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 12h 23m.

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