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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Swanage is to bus which costs £11 - £15 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Wareham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Axminster to Swanage?

The distance between Axminster and Swanage is 70 miles. The road distance is 52.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Axminster to Swanage without a car is to bus and line 40 bus which takes 4h and costs £16 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Axminster to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Swanage bus from?

Axminster to Swanage bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where does the Axminster to Swanage bus arrive?

Axminster to Swanage bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Swanage is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Axminster to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2079+ hotels available in Swanage.

Axminster to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 40 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Axminster to Swanage by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Garagebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40
4h
£17–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Wareham Stationbus X54
5h 24m
£12–14
Train, line 40 bus
1. Take the train from Yeovil Pen Mill to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40
4h 21m
£29–55
Drive 52.3 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Swanagecar 52.3 mi
1h 14m
£13–19

Axminster to Swanage by bus and train

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£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 69.6 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a bus from Trinity Square to Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Garage, Weymouth, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 4h.

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