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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Swanage is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Swanage is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at Mowlem Court via Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Wareham via Manchester Piccadilly, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Bolton to Swanage?

The distance between Bolton and Swanage is 330 miles. The road distance is 246.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Swanage without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 12m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Bolton to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Swanage bus from?

Bolton to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Swanage train from?

Bolton to Swanage train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Swanage?

The best way to get from Bolton to Swanage is to train via London which takes 7h 12m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 10h 35m.

Where does the Bolton to Swanage bus arrive?

Bolton to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bolton to Swanage train arrive?

Bolton to Swanage train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Swanage is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Bolton to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2084+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
7h 12m
£108–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
10h 35m
£45–84
Drive 245.3 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Swanagecar 245.3 mi
4h 49m
£61–88
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain
7h 41m
£118–389
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
8h 14m
£116–180

Bolton to Swanage by train, subway, and bus

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7h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 327.7 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Bus Station via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 7h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Mowlem Court via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and Bournemouth Station in around 10h 35m.

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