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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Swanage is to bus via London which costs £24 - £40 and takes 8h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Mowlem Court via London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Wareham via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Swanage?

The distance between Canterbury and Swanage is 206 miles. The road distance is 177.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Canterbury to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Swanage bus from?

Canterbury to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Swanage train from?

Canterbury to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Swanage?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Canterbury to Swanage bus arrive?

Canterbury to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Swanage train arrive?

Canterbury to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Swanage is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Canterbury to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2079+ hotels available in Swanage.

Canterbury to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 50 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 9m
£82–164
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
8h 46m
£24–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
7h 33m
£27–45
Drive 176.2 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Swanagecar 176.2 mi
3h 14m
£44–64
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Waterloo Easttrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 51m
£79–151

Canterbury to Swanage by train, foot, subway, and bus

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Distance: 204.6 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Bus Station via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Mowlem Court via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 7h 33m.

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