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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Exeter is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Exeter is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £19 - £28.

How far is it from Swanage to Exeter?

The distance between Swanage and Exeter is 127 miles. The road distance is 78.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Exeter without a car is to line 40 bus and train which takes 5h 26m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Swanage to Exeter, including transfers.

Can I drive from Swanage to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Exeter is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Swanage to Exeter.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 992+ hotels available in Exeter.

Swanage to Exeter - 3 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swanage to Exeter by bus, train, or car

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Line 40 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wareham Stationbus 40
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 26m
£51–100
Drive 78 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Exetercar 78 mi
1h 44m
£20–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter Centraltrain
5h 33m

Swanage to Exeter by bus and train

58Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Swanage to Exeter.

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Distance: 125.8 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

There is no direct connection from Swanage to Exeter. However, you can take the line 40 bus to Wareham Station, walk to Wareham, take the train to Upwey, take the train to Castle Cary, then take the train to Exeter St Davids. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Exeter Central via Wareham Station, Wareham, Weymouth, Weymouth station, Bus Station, Rail Station, and Axminster in around 5h 33m.

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