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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Swanage is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Wareham via Weymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Swanage?

The distance between Gloucester and Swanage is 169 miles. The road distance is 106.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Swanage without a car is to train and line 50 bus via Reading which takes 5h 6m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Gloucester to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Swanage bus from?

Gloucester to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Swanage train from?

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

Train or bus from Gloucester to Swanage?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Gloucester to Swanage bus arrive?

Gloucester to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Gloucester to Swanage train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Swanage is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Gloucester to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2089+ hotels available in Swanage.

Gloucester to Swanage - 6 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Gloucester to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 50 bus via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
5h 6m
£66–112
Drive 106 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Swanagecar 106 mi
2h 30m
£27–38
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Salisburytrain Gloucester - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the bus from St Peters Church to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 37m
£49–79
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
5h 10m
£64–115
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Winchestertrain
3. Take the train from Winchester to Warehamtrain
5h 24m
£70–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 444 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
7h 18m
£31–51

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Gloucester to Weymouth 5 times a day. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Transport Hub to Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 7h 18m.

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