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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Swanage is to line 13 bus and bus and line 50 bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Drayman's Way and arriving at Mowlem Court via The Malls and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Alton to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Alton and arriving at Wareham via Woking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Alton to Swanage?

The distance between Alton and Swanage is 77 miles. The road distance is 76.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Swanage without a car is to line 64 bus and train and line 50 bus which takes 3h 36m and costs £24 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Alton to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Swanage bus from?

Alton to Swanage bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from Drayman's Way station.

Where do I catch the Alton to Swanage train from?

Alton to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Woking station.

Train or bus from Alton to Swanage?

The best way to get from Alton to Swanage is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 13 bus and bus and line 50 bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Alton to Swanage bus arrive?

Alton to Swanage bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Alton to Swanage train arrive?

Alton to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Wareham station.

Can I drive from Alton to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Swanage is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Alton to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2144+ hotels available in Swanage.

Alton to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, line 64 bus, line 50 bus

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

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Line 64 bus, train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the bus from High Street to The Broadwaybus 64
2. Take the train from Winchester to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
3h 36m
£25–49
Line 13 bus, bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the bus from The Malls to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
4h 39m
£17–33
Train
1. Take the train from Woking to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
3h 57m
£52–114
Drive 75.9 mi
1. Drive from Alton to Swanagecar 75.9 mi
1h 34m
£19–27
Line 13 bus, train, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Drayman's Way to Bus Stationbus 13
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
3h 59m
£31–66

Alton to Swanage by train and bus

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3h 57mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 76.9 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Alton, Hampshire, England and Swanage, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Woking to Wareham hourly. Tickets cost £40–90 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Drayman's Way to Mowlem Court via Bus Station, The Malls, and Bournemouth Station in around 4h 39m.

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