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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Swanage is to line 50 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Swanage is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Swanage?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from West Hill Road and arriving at Mowlem Court. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Swanage?

The distance between Bournemouth and Swanage is 12 miles. The road distance is 24 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Swanage without a car is to line 50 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs £3.

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

The line 50 bus from West Hill Road to Mowlem Court takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Swanage bus from?

Bournemouth to Swanage bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from West Hill Road station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Swanage bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Swanage bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Mowlem Court station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Swanage is 24 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Bournemouth to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Swanage.

Bournemouth to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 50 bus
best
1. Take the bus from West Hill Road to Mowlem Courtbus 50
1h 1m
£3
Drive 23.9 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Swanagecar 23.9 mi
36 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bournemouth to Swanagetaxi 23.9 mi
36 min
£110–140
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus X54 / ...
1h 5m
£8–15

Bournemouth to Swanage by bus

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Distance: 12.1 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

More Bus operates a bus from West Hill Road to Mowlem Court every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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