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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Torquay is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Torquay is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £35.

How far is it from Swanage to Torquay?

The distance between Swanage and Torquay is 159 miles. The road distance is 98.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Torquay without a car is to line 40 bus and train and line 12 bus which takes 6h 34m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Swanage to Torquay, including transfers.

Can I drive from Swanage to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Torquay is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Swanage to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2550+ hotels available in Torquay.

Swanage to Torquay - 3 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, and line 12 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Swanage to Torquay 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 40 bus, train, line 12 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wareham Stationbus 40
2. Take the train from Wareham to Weymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain
4. Take the train from Castle Cary to Newton Abbottrain
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Cary Paradebus 12
6h 34m
£76–154
Drive 98.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Torquaycar 98.4 mi
2h 5m
£25–35
Line 50 bus, bus, train, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Squarebus 50
2. Take the bus from Westover Road to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newton Abbottrain
6. Take the bus from Rail Station to Cary Paradebus 12
6h 41m
£55–128

Swanage to Torquay by bus and train

59Weekly Services

6h 34mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swanage to Torquay.

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Distance: 158.5 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

There is no direct connection from Swanage to Torquay. However, you can take the line 40 bus to Wareham Station, walk to Wareham, take the train to Weymouth, take the train to Castle Cary, take the train to Newton Abbot, walk to Rail Station, then take the line 12 bus to Cary Parade. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cary Parade via Bournemouth Square, Westover Road, Meeting House Lane, Railway Station Stop SA, Salisbury, Exeter St Davids, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 6h 41m.

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