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

The cheapest way to get from Minehead to Swanage is to line 28 bus and bus and line 50 bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minehead to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Minehead and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Minehead to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Bancks Street and arriving at Mowlem Court via Hither Mead, County Hall, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

How far is it from Minehead to Swanage?

The distance between Minehead and Swanage is 127 miles. The road distance is 89.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minehead to Swanage without a car is to line 28 bus and train which takes 6h 50m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Minehead to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minehead to Swanage bus from?

Minehead to Swanage bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Bancks Street station.

Where does the Minehead to Swanage bus arrive?

Minehead to Swanage bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Hither Mead station.

Can I drive from Minehead to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Minehead to Swanage is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Minehead to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2087+ hotels available in Swanage.

Minehead to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, line 28 bus, car, and bus

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

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Line 28 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bancks Street to Hither Meadbus 28
2. Take the train from Taunton to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Weymouthtrain
6h 50m
£43–78
Line 28 bus, bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bancks Street to Hither Meadbus 28
2. Take the bus from Hither Mead to Castle Waybus 28 / ...
3. Take the bus from County Hall to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G5
4. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bournemouth Stationbus G30
5. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
9h 6m
£20–34
Drive 88.9 mi
1. Drive from Minehead to Swanagecar 88.9 mi
2h 14m
£23–32

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Distance: 126.4 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Bancks Street to Mowlem Court via Hither Mead, Castle Way, County Hall, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and Bournemouth Station in around 9h 6m.

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