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

The cheapest way to get from Wells to Swanage is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wells to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Wells and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Wells station to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Car Park, Market Place and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Wells to Swanage?

The distance between Wells and Swanage is 81 miles. The road distance is 63.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wells to Swanage without a car is to train and line 40 bus which takes 3h 31m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Wells to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wells to Swanage bus from?

Wells to Swanage bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Wells to Swanage bus arrive?

Wells to Swanage bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Wells to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Wells to Swanage is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Wells to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2032+ hotels available in Swanage.

Wells to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Wells to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40
3h 31m
£55–89
Drive 63.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wells to Swanagecar 63.3 mi
1h 43m
£16–23
Bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Car Parkbus Cr4
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 40
6h 43m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wells to Swanage.

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Distance: 80.2 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Bus Station, Car Park, Market Place, and Bus Station in around 6h 43m.

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