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

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Swanage is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 14m.

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 14m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Swanage?

The distance between Whitstable and Swanage is 183 miles. The road distance is 176.2 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 and line 50 bus which takes 6h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m 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 does the Whitstable to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Whitstable to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Swanage is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Whitstable to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1300+ hotels available in Swanage.

Whitstable to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Whitstable 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, line 50 bus
best
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
6h 6m
Drive 175.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Whitstable to Swanagecar 175.2 mi
3h 14m
£43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
7h 59m
Bus
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
9h 53m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 182 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Harbour Street to Bus Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 9h 53m.

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