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 £18 - £50 and takes 8h 13m.

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 Long Reach, London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Swanage?

The distance between Whitstable and Swanage is 206 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 and bus via London which takes 5h 58m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m 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 Long Reach 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 1917+ hotels available in Swanage.

Whitstable to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, 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, bus via London
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoria
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouth
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
5h 58m
£47–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Long Reach to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Station035 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
8h 13m
£18–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouth Station
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station50
6h 20m
£31–64
Drive 175.2 mi
1. Drive from Whitstable to Swanage175.2 mi
3h 14m
£44–63

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 204.6 mi
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Harbour Street to Bus Station via Long Reach, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 13m.

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