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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Swanage is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

How far is it from Torquay to Swanage?

The distance between Torquay and Swanage is 155 miles. The road distance is 99.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Torquay to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Swanage bus from?

Torquay to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Swanage?

The best way to get from Torquay to Swanage is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 9h 26m.

Where does the Torquay to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Swanage is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Torquay to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1911+ hotels available in Swanage.

Torquay to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Torquay to Swanage 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 Newton Abbot to Castle Carytrain Totnes - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
6h 32m
£79–166
Drive 99.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Swanagecar 99.2 mi
2h 5m
£24–35
Line 11 bus, train, bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Cary Parade to Trianglebus 11
2. Take the train from Teignmouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
5. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Westover Roadbus X3 / ...
6. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Bus Stationbus 50
7h 46m
£32–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
9h 26m
£38–94

Torquay to Swanage by train and bus

61Weekly Services

6h 32mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.7 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Bus Station via Newton Abbot, Castle Cary, Upwey, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 9h 26m.

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