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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Luton DART Parkway and arriving at Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Wareham via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Swanage?

The distance between Harpenden and Swanage is 158 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £60 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Harpenden to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Swanage bus from?

Harpenden to Swanage bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Luton DART Parkway station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Swanage train from?

Harpenden to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Swanage?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £60 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Harpenden to Swanage bus arrive?

Harpenden to Swanage bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Harpenden to Swanage train arrive?

Harpenden to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Wareham station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Swanage is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Harpenden to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 6m
£64–163
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
6h 37m
£26–60
Drive 137.7 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Swanagecar 137.7 mi
2h 33m
£34–49
Bus, train, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
7h 13m
£73–104

Harpenden to Swanage by train and bus

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6h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.1 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Wareham hourly. Tickets cost £45–120 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Harpenden to Mowlem Court via Luton Airport Parkway, Luton DART Parkway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 37m.

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