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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Cardiff is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £45.

How far is it from Swanage to Cardiff?

The distance between Swanage and Cardiff is 159 miles. The road distance is 121 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Cardiff without a car is to line 50 bus and train which takes 5h 9m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Swanage to Cardiff, including transfers.

Can I drive from Swanage to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Cardiff is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Swanage to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1669+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Swanage to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swanage to Cardiff 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 9m
£63–123
Drive 120.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Cardiffcar 120.3 mi
2h 42m
£30–44
Line 50 bus, train via Salisbury
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Squarebus 50
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Fareham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 9m
£46–81

Swanage to Cardiff by bus and train

96Weekly Services

5h 9mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Swanage to Cardiff.

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Distance: 157.6 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Swanage, England and Cardiff, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Swanage to Cardiff. However, you can take the line 50 bus to Bournemouth Station, walk to Bournemouth, take the train to Southampton Central, then take the train to Cardiff Central. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cardiff Central via Bournemouth Square, Westover Road, Meeting House Lane, Railway Station Stop SA, and Salisbury in around 6h 9m.

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