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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Swanage is to train and bus and line 50 bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Maidstone and arriving at Mowlem Court via Stonebridge Park Station / Point Place, Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Wareham via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Swanage?

The distance between Maidstone and Swanage is 171 miles. The road distance is 151.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Maidstone to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Swanage bus from?

Maidstone to Swanage bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, depart from Maidstone station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Swanage train from?

Maidstone to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Swanage?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Maidstone to Swanage bus arrive?

Maidstone to Swanage bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, arrive at London Stonebridge station.

Where does the Maidstone to Swanage train arrive?

Maidstone to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Swanage is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Maidstone to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2097+ hotels available in Swanage.

Maidstone 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 Maidstone to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Waterloo Easttrain Ashford International - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 7m
£67–151
Train, bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
7h 58m
£35–60
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Maidstone to London Stonebridgebus
2. Take the bus from Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way to Bournemouth Stationbus W17
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
7h 50m
Drive 150.4 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Swanagecar 150.4 mi
2h 50m
£37–54

Maidstone to Swanage by train, foot, and bus

130Weekly Services

5h 7mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Bus Station via London Waterloo East, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Maidstone to Mowlem Court via London Stonebridge, Stonebridge Park Station / Point Place, Wembley Stadium Pink Coach Parking South Way, and Bournemouth Station in around 7h 50m.

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