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

The cheapest way to get from Banbury to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banbury to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Banbury and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Banbury to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Calthorpe Street and arriving at Mowlem Court via Gloucester Green Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Banbury to Swanage?

The distance between Banbury and Swanage is 141 miles. The road distance is 137.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Banbury to Swanage without a car is to train and line 50 bus which takes 4h 6m and costs £70 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Banbury to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banbury to Swanage bus from?

Banbury to Swanage bus services, operated by Stagecoach Oxfordshire, depart from Calthorpe Street station.

Where does the Banbury to Swanage bus arrive?

Banbury to Swanage bus services, operated by Stagecoach Oxfordshire, arrive at Magdalen Street East station.

Can I drive from Banbury to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Banbury to Swanage is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Banbury to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Swanage.

Banbury to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Banbury to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from Banbury to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
4h 6m
£72–98
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calthorpe Street to Magdalen Street Eastbus S4
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 160
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
6h 37m
£24–51
Drive 136.7 mi
1. Drive from Banbury to Swanagecar 136.7 mi
2h 39m
£34–49

Banbury to Swanage by train and bus

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4h 6mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Calthorpe Street to Mowlem Court via Magdalen Street East, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 37m.

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