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 31m.

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 31m and costs £26 - £40.

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 Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Swanage?

The distance between Gloucester and Swanage is 179 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 via Reading which takes 4h 5m and costs £170 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Gloucester to Swanage, including transfers.

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.

Where does the Gloucester to Swanage train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Swanage is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Gloucester to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2080+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 5m
£173–248
Drive 106 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Swanagecar 106 mi
2h 31m
£27–39
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
6h 28m
£48–79
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
5h 36m
£63–113

Gloucester to Swanage by train and bus

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6h 28mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.8 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Gloucester to Swanage via Reading and Bournemouth in around 4h 5m.

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