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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Swanage is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Mowlem Court via London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Colchester to Swanage?

The distance between Colchester and Swanage is 179 miles. The road distance is 182.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Swanage without a car is to train and line 50 bus which takes 5h 28m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Colchester to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Swanage bus from?

Colchester to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where does the Colchester to Swanage bus arrive?

Colchester to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Swanage is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Colchester to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2081+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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

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Train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 28m
£66–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to London Victoriabus 816
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
8h 8m
£32–51
Drive 181.1 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Swanagecar 181.1 mi
3h 57m
£45–65
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from Brentwood to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus
9h 57m
£46–81

Colchester to Swanage by train, subway, and bus

96Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.3 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Stop to Mowlem Court via London Victoria and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 8m.

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