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

The cheapest way to get from Malvern to Swanage is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Malvern to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Malvern and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Malvern to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Great Malvern and arriving at Wareham via Reading and Winchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Malvern to Swanage?

The distance between Malvern and Swanage is 184 miles. The road distance is 126.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Malvern to Swanage without a car is to train and line 50 bus which takes 5h 59m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Malvern to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Malvern to Swanage train from?

Malvern to Swanage train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Great Malvern station.

Where does the Malvern to Swanage train arrive?

Malvern to Swanage train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Malvern to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Malvern to Swanage is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Malvern to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2086+ hotels available in Swanage.

Malvern to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Malvern to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from Great Malvern to Oxfordtrain
2. Take the train from Oxford to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 59m
£76–123
Drive 125.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Malvern to Swanagecar 125.7 mi
2h 58m
£32–45
Train
1. Take the train from Great Malvern to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Winchestertrain
3. Take the train from Winchester to Warehamtrain
6h 3m
£77–143

Malvern to Swanage by train and bus

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5h 59mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.6 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a train from Great Malvern to Bus Station via Reading, Winchester, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 6h 3m.

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