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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus via Luton DART Parkway which costs £16 - £25 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Wareham via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Luton to Swanage?

The distance between Luton and Swanage is 165 miles. The road distance is 142.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Luton to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Swanage bus from?

Luton to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Swanage train from?

Luton to Swanage train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Swanage?

The best way to get from Luton to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Luton to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Where does the Luton to Swanage train arrive?

Luton to Swanage train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at West Hampstead Thameslink station.

Can I drive from Luton to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Swanage is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Luton to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2102+ hotels available in Swanage.

Luton 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 Luton to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 45m
£64–153
Bus, line 50 bus via Luton DART Parkway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
6h 37m
£17–25
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
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 16m
£28–66
Drive 141.5 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Swanagecar 141.5 mi
2h 34m
£35–51

Luton to Swanage by train, subway, and bus

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4h 45mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.9 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Bus Station via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 16m.

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