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

The cheapest way to get from Bodmin to Swanage is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bodmin to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bodmin and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Bodmin to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Dennison Road Car Park and arriving at Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Bodmin to Swanage?

The distance between Bodmin and Swanage is 217 miles. The road distance is 140.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bodmin to Swanage without a car is to line 57 bus and train and bus and line 50 bus which takes 8h 18m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Bodmin to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bodmin to Swanage bus from?

Bodmin to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dennison Road Car Park station.

Where does the Bodmin to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bodmin to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Bodmin to Swanage is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Bodmin to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Swanage.

Bodmin to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 57 bus, and bus

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

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Line 57 bus, train, bus, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Robartes Road to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus 26 / ...
2. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Salisburytrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
5. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Bournemouth Squarebus X3 / ...
6. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Bus Stationbus 50
8h 18m
£82–167
Drive 140.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bodmin to Swanagecar 140.1 mi
2h 51m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dennison Road Car Park to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
10h 25m
£64–154
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Weymouthtrain
4. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Wareham Stationbus X54 / ...
8h 30m

Bodmin to Swanage by bus and train

130Weekly Services

8h 18mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.8 mi
Duration: 8h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Dennison Road Car Park to Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 10h 25m.

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