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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Poole is to line 40 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Poole is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Poole?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Poole station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Swanage to Poole?

The distance between Swanage and Poole is 7 miles. The road distance is 20 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Poole without a car is to line 50 bus and ferry which takes 40 min and costs £4.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Swanage to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Poole bus from?

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

Where does the Swanage to Poole bus arrive?

Swanage to Poole bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Poole station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Poole is 20 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Swanage to Poole.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2468+ hotels available in Poole.

Swanage to Poole - 4 ways to travel via line 50 bus, ferry, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Poole by bus, ferry, car, or taxi

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Line 50 bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shell Bay Ferrybus 50
2. Take the ferry from Shell Bay Ferry Terminal to Sandbanks Ferry Terminalferry Sf
40 min
£4
Line 40 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Poole stationbus 40
1h 11m
£3
Drive 19.9 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Poolecar 19.9 mi
28 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swanage to Pooletaxi 19.9 mi
28 min
£90–110

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Distance: 6.7 mi
Duration: 40 min

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

More Bus operates a bus from Bus Station to Poole station hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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