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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Churchdown is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Churchdown is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Churchdown?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Churchdown. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Old Elm Inn via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Swanage to Churchdown?

The distance between Swanage and Churchdown is 175 miles. The road distance is 108.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Churchdown without a car is to line 50 bus and train which takes 6h and costs £45 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Swanage to Churchdown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Churchdown bus from?

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

Train or bus from Swanage to Churchdown?

The best way to get from Swanage to Churchdown is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Swanage to Churchdown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Churchdown?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Churchdown is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Swanage to Churchdown.

Where can I stay near Churchdown?

There are 1479+ hotels available in Churchdown.

Swanage to Churchdown - 5 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Swanage to Churchdown by bus, train, or car

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Line 50 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Gloucestertrain
6h
£46–265
Drive 107.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Churchdowncar 107.6 mi
2h 30m
£26–38
Line 50 bus, bus, train, line 98 bus
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 Gloucestertrain
5. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Station Roadbus 98 / ...
6h 32m
£32–49
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Gloucestertrain Weymouth - Gloucester
6h 35m
£80–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 444
7h 18m
£35–73

Swanage to Churchdown by bus and train

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6hAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.7 mi
Duration: 6h

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Weymouth to Gloucester 5 times a day. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Old Elm Inn via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Royal Well Bus Station, and Promenade in around 7h 18m.

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