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 £19 - £55 and takes 8h 48m.

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 15m and costs £40 - £60.

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 8h 48m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Swanage?

The distance between Whitstable and Swanage is 194 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 which takes 5h 33m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m 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.

Train or bus from Whitstable to Swanage?

The best way to get from Whitstable to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £55 and takes 8h 48m.

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 15m to drive from Whitstable to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1891+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

There are 5 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
best
1. Take the train from Whitstable to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 33m
£40–173
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 48m
£19–50
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
6h 58m
£25–93
Drive 175.2 mi
1. Drive from Whitstable to Swanagecar 175.2 mi
3h 15m
£42–61
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 41m
£26–149

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitstable to Swanage.

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Distance: 192.5 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Whitstable to Bus Station via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, 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 8h 48m.

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