What is the cheapest way to get from Dorset to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Swansea is to bus via Bus Station which costs £17 - £35 and takes 8h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorset to Swansea?

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Swansea is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Swansea via Bournemouth and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Dorset to Swansea?

The distance between Dorset and Swansea is 259 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

How do I travel from Dorset to Swansea without a car?

The best way to get from Dorset to Swansea without a car is to train via Reading which takes 6h 3m and costs £110 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Dorset to Swansea?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Dorset to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Swansea bus from?

Dorset to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Swansea train from?

Dorset to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Swansea?

The best way to get from Dorset to Swansea is to train via Reading which takes 6h 3m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Dorset to Swansea bus arrive?

Dorset to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Dorset to Swansea train arrive?

Dorset to Swansea train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Swansea is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Dorset to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1317+ hotels available in Swansea.

Dorset to Swansea - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dorset to Swansea by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 3m
£117–205
Bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
8h 38m
£18–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bus Stationbus G18
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
7h 35m
£21–40
Drive 137.7 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Swanseacar 137.7 mi
3h 6m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Cardiff Centraltrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 9m
£69–130
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 25m
£69–131

Dorset to Swansea by bus and train

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Swansea via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Reading in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and Bus Station in around 7h 35m.

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