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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Stroud is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Stroud is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Stroud?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Stroud. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Merrywalks via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Swanage to Stroud?

The distance between Swanage and Stroud is 157 miles. The road distance is 96.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Stroud without a car is to line 50 bus and train via Reading which takes 5h 8m and costs £30 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Swanage to Stroud, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Stroud bus from?

Swanage to Stroud bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Swanage to Stroud bus arrive?

Swanage to Stroud bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Stroud?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Stroud is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Swanage to Stroud.

Where can I stay near Stroud?

There are 391+ hotels available in Stroud.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Stroud 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 via Reading
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Stroud (Glos)train
5h 8m
£30–172
Drive 95.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Stroudcar 95.9 mi
2h 21m
£24–34
Line 50 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Squarebus 50
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Stroud (Glos)train Salisbury - Worcester Foregate Street
5h 35m
£53–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Merrywalksbus 401
7h
£39–92

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swanage to Stroud.

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Distance: 155.7 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Merrywalks via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h.

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