What is the cheapest way to get from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal?

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal?

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Gatwick South Terminal?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Gatwick South Terminal station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at South Terminal Bus Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal?

The distance between Swanage and Gatwick South Terminal is 153 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

How do I travel from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal without a car?

The best way to get from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal bus from?

Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal?

The best way to get from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs £19 - £75 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal bus arrive?

Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal.

Where can I stay near Gatwick South Terminal?

There are 888+ hotels available in Gatwick South Terminal.

Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal by train, bus, car, or towncar

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wareham to Clapham JunctionWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
4h 22m
£42–112
Bus via Slough
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 South Terminal Bus Station025 / ...
4h 27m
£19–72
Drive 118.9 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal118.9 mi
2h 37m
£30–43
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Swanage to London Gatwick Airport120.4 mi
2h 35m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Station50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to South Terminal Bus Station206
6h 8m
£19–62

Swanage to Gatwick South Terminal by bus and train

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4h 22mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Swanage, England and Gatwick South Terminal, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Wareham to Clapham Junction hourly. Tickets cost £28–90 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Gatwick South Terminal via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and South Terminal Bus Station in around 4h 27m.

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