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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Woolacombe is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Woolacombe is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Woolacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Woolacombe. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sands via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

How far is it from Swanage to Woolacombe?

The distance between Swanage and Woolacombe is 177 miles. The road distance is 119.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Woolacombe without a car is to train which takes 7h 52m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Swanage to Woolacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Woolacombe bus from?

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

Train or bus from Swanage to Woolacombe?

The best way to get from Swanage to Woolacombe is to train which takes 7h 52m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 11h 14m.

Where does the Swanage to Woolacombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Woolacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Woolacombe is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Swanage to Woolacombe.

Where can I stay near Woolacombe?

There are 2052+ hotels available in Woolacombe.

Swanage to Woolacombe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Swanage to Woolacombe by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 52m
£88–144
Drive 118.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Woolacombecar 118.7 mi
2h 51m
£30–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
11h 14m
£45–111
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 37m
£66–215
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
9h 54m
£48–110

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swanage to Woolacombe.

Launch map view

Distance: 175.8 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Woolacombe via Wareham Station, Wareham, Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sands via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 11h 14m.

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