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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Kent is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Kent is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

How far is it from Swanage to Kent?

The distance between Swanage and Kent is 173 miles. The road distance is 160.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Kent without a car is to line 50 bus and train which takes 5h 24m and costs £29 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Swanage to Kent, including transfers.

Can I drive from Swanage to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Kent is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Swanage to Kent.

Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1079+ hotels available in Kent.

Swanage to Kent - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Kent 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 London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
5h 24m
£29–142
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
6h 22m
£23–102
Drive 159.5 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Kentcar 159.5 mi
2h 59m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Wareham to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 47m
£48–124

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 172.3 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Lenham via Wareham Station, Wareham, London Waterloo, London Waterloo East, and Maidstone East in around 5h 47m.

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