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

The cheapest way to get from Ilminster to Swanage is to bus which costs £12 - £20 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilminster to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Ilminster and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilminster to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Market House and arriving at Bus Station via Trinity Square, Bus Station, Kings Statue and Wareham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Ilminster to Swanage?

The distance between Ilminster and Swanage is 75 miles. The road distance is 53.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilminster to Swanage without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Ilminster to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilminster to Swanage bus from?

Ilminster to Swanage bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where does the Ilminster to Swanage bus arrive?

Ilminster to Swanage bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ilminster to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilminster to Swanage is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Ilminster to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Swanage.

Ilminster to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 30 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Market House to Bus Stationbus Sf2
2. Take the train from Yeovil Pen Mill to Upweytrain
3. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40 / ...
4h 42m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Wareham Stationbus X54 / ...
5h 28m
£12–19
Drive 53.5 mi
1. Drive from Ilminster to Swanagecar 53.5 mi
1h 20m
£13–19
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Lulworth Cove to Bus Stationbus 30
5h 58m
£12–18

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Distance: 74.7 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Market House to Bus Station via Trinity Square, Bus Station, Kings Statue, and Wareham Station in around 5h 28m.

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