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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Swanage is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitstable to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Mowlem Court via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Whitstable and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Whitstable to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Whitstable and arriving at Wareham via London Victoria, Clapham Junction and Winchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Swanage?

The distance between Whitstable and Swanage is 189 miles. The road distance is 176.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Whitstable to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Swanage bus from?

Whitstable to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Swanage train from?

Whitstable to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Whitstable station.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Swanage?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Whitstable to Swanage bus arrive?

Whitstable to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Whitstable to Swanage train arrive?

Whitstable to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Swanage is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Whitstable to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Swanage.

Whitstable to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 50 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Whitstable to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Winchestertrain
3. Take the train from Winchester to Warehamtrain
5h 21m
£83–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
8h 44m
£40–91
Train, bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
7h 35m
£47–84
Drive 175.3 mi
1. Drive from Whitstable to Swanagecar 175.3 mi
3h 13m
£43–62
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 28m
£81–164

Whitstable to Swanage by train and bus

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.9 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Bus Station via London Victoria, Clapham Junction, Winchester, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour Street to Mowlem Court via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 44m.

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