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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Swanage is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Mowlem Court via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Wareham via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Dover to Swanage?

The distance between Dover and Swanage is 213 miles. The road distance is 190.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Dover to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Swanage bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Swanage train from?

Dover to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Swanage?

The best way to get from Dover to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Dover to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Swanage train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Swanage is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Dover to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2087+ hotels available in Swanage.

Dover 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 Dover to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 20m
£85–170
Bus
cheapest
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 / ...
8h 51m
£30–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain Dover Priory - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
8h 24m
£55–92
Drive 189.5 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Swanagecar 189.5 mi
3h 25m
£48–68
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory 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 58m
£83–157

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Distance: 211.4 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Bus Station via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Mowlem Court via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 51m.

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