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

The cheapest way to get from Buxton to Swanage is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buxton to Swanage is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Buxton and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Buxton and arriving at Wareham via Stockport, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Buxton to Swanage?

The distance between Buxton and Swanage is 331 miles. The road distance is 218.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buxton to Swanage without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 17m and costs £110 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Buxton to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Swanage train from?

Buxton to Swanage train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stockport station.

Where does the Buxton to Swanage train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Buxton to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Buxton to Swanage is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Buxton to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2102+ hotels available in Swanage.

Buxton to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Buxton to Swanage by train, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
7h 17m
£115–242
Drive 217.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Buxton to Swanagecar 217.2 mi
4h 34m
£54–78
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Buxton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Warehamtrain
6h 13m
£103–248
Train
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
8h 13m
£129–189

Buxton to Swanage by train, subway, and bus

134Weekly Services

7h 17mAverage Duration

£115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 329.4 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Buxton, Derbyshire, England and Swanage, England?

You can take a train from Buxton to Bus Station via Stockport, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 7h 17m.

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