What is the cheapest way to get from Swanley to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Swanley to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 3h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swanley to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Swanley to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Swanley and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Swanley to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Swanley and arriving at Bournemouth via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Swanley to Bournemouth?

The distance between Swanley and Bournemouth is 124 miles. The road distance is 122.5 miles.

How do I travel from Swanley to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Swanley to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £29 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Swanley to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Swanley to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanley to Bournemouth train from?

Swanley to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Swanley to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Swanley to Bournemouth is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £29 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Swanley to Bournemouth train arrive?

Swanley to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Swanley to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanley to Bournemouth is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Swanley to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Swanley to Bournemouth?

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2394+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

Swanley to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Swanley to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to BournemouthLondon Waterloo - Poole / ...
2h 45m
£29–79
Bus via London Victoria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
4h
£14–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth StationUk061
3h 40m
£19–37
Drive 121.8 mi
1. Drive from Swanley to Bournemouth121.8 mi
2h 7m
£31–44

Swanley to Bournemouth by train and foot

93Weekly Services

2h 45mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 122.9 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Swanley, Kent, England and Bournemouth, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £19–65 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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