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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Lewes is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Lewes is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Swanage to Lewes?

The distance between Swanage and Lewes is 139 miles. The road distance is 122.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Lewes without a car is to bus and train via Bournemouth which takes 4h 17m and costs £25 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Swanage to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Lewes bus from?

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

Where does the Swanage to Lewes bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Lewes is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Swanage to Lewes.

Where can I stay near Lewes?

There are 1965+ hotels available in Lewes.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Lewes 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 Bournemouth
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
4h 17m
£25–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Old Steinebus 025
6h 5m
£30–76
Drive 121.4 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Lewescar 121.4 mi
2h 19m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Southampton Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
5h 15m
£25–42

Swanage to Lewes by bus and train

172Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 137.7 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to High Street via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Old Steine, and Royal Pavilion in around 6h 5m.

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