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

The cheapest way to get from Woolacombe to Swanage is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Woolacombe to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Woolacombe and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Woolacombe to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Sands and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Woolacombe to Swanage?

The distance between Woolacombe and Swanage is 177 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Woolacombe to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Woolacombe to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Woolacombe to Swanage bus from?

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

Train or bus from Woolacombe to Swanage?

The best way to get from Woolacombe to Swanage is to train which takes 7h 24m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Woolacombe to Swanage bus arrive?

Woolacombe to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Woolacombe to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Woolacombe to Swanage is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Woolacombe to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1882+ hotels available in Swanage.

Woolacombe to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Woolacombe 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 Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
7h 24m
£89–144
Drive 118.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Woolacombe to Swanagecar 118.8 mi
2h 51m
£30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
10h 5m
£53–140
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Basingstoketrain
3. Take the train from Basingstoke to Warehamtrain
9h 20m
£66–132
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
11h 10m
£52–120

Woolacombe to Swanage by bus and train

14Weekly Services

10h 5mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Woolacombe to Swanage.

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Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

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

You can take a vehicle from Woolacombe to Bus Station via Barnstaple, Exeter St Davids, Castle Cary, Upwey, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 7h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sands to Bus Station via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 11h 10m.

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