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

The cheapest way to get from Cotswolds to Swanage is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cotswolds to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Cotswolds and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Cotswolds to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Kemble and arriving at Wareham via Reading and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Cotswolds to Swanage?

The distance between Cotswolds and Swanage is 166 miles. The road distance is 100.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cotswolds to Swanage without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 52m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Cotswolds to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotswolds to Swanage train from?

Cotswolds to Swanage train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Kemble station.

Where does the Cotswolds to Swanage train arrive?

Cotswolds to Swanage train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cotswolds to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotswolds to Swanage is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Cotswolds to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2142+ hotels available in Swanage.

Cotswolds to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 882 bus

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Kemble to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 52m
£100–158
Drive 99.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cotswolds to Swanagecar 99.5 mi
2h 24m
£25–35
Line 882 bus, line 51 bus, train, bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Combend Farm to The Forumbus 882
2. Take the bus from The Forum to Fleming Waybus 51
3. Take the train from Swindon to Salisburytrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
5. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Bournemouth Squarebus X3 / ...
6. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Bus Stationbus 50
8h 58m
£40–66
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
6h 50m
£70–137

Cotswolds to Swanage by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cotswolds to Bus Station via Kemble, Reading, Bournemouth, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 4h 52m.

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