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 £29 - £45 and takes 2h 41m.

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 41m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Swanage to Cardiff?

The distance between Swanage and Cardiff is 225 miles. The road distance is 120.5 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 bus and train via Reading which takes 5h 5m and costs £65 - £200.

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

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

Where do I catch the Swanage to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where does the Swanage to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Cardiff is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Swanage to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1549+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Swanage to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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.

Bus, train via Reading
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Reading
3. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Central
5h 5m
£66–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5035 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
6h 48m
£21–87
Drive 119.8 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Cardiff119.8 mi
2h 41m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Central
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Central
5h 8m
£62–179

Swanage to Cardiff by bus and train

102Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swanage to Cardiff.

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Distance: 223.9 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 6h 48m.

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