What is the cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus via Great Road which costs £16 - £28 and takes 7h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Hemel Hempstead and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Marlowes and arriving at Mowlem Court via Watford Junction station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Hemel Hempstead and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead and arriving at Wareham via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage?

The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Swanage is 158 miles. The road distance is 131.1 miles.

How do I travel from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Swanage bus from?

Hemel Hempstead to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Swanage train from?

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

Train or bus from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Swanage bus arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Swanage train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Hemel Hempstead to Swanage is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Hemel Hempstead to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2142+ hotels available in Swanage.

Hemel Hempstead to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 50 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Hemel Hempstead 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 11m
£63–151
Bus, line 50 bus via Great Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
7h 1m
£17–28
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
5h 43m
£23–54
Drive 130.4 mi
1. Drive from Hemel Hempstead to Swanagecar 130.4 mi
2h 25m
£32–46
Line 1 bus, line 850 bus, train, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to High Wycombe BusStnbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Forbury Roadbus 850
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
4. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
6h 57m
£53–75

Hemel Hempstead to Swanage by train, subway, and bus

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 157.1 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Hemel Hempstead, England and Swanage, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Wareham hourly. Tickets cost £50–120 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Marlowes to Mowlem Court via Watford Junction station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 5h 43m.

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