What is the cheapest way to get from New Eltham to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from New Eltham to Swanage is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Eltham to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from New Eltham to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between New Eltham and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from New Eltham to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Dunkery Road / Mottingham Road and arriving at Mowlem Court via London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between New Eltham and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from New Eltham to Swanage. However, there are services departing from New Eltham and arriving at Wareham via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from New Eltham to Swanage?

The distance between New Eltham and Swanage is 142 miles. The road distance is 131.9 miles.

How do I travel from New Eltham to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from New Eltham to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from New Eltham to Swanage?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from New Eltham to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Eltham to Swanage bus from?

New Eltham to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the New Eltham to Swanage train from?

New Eltham to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from New Eltham to Swanage?

The best way to get from New Eltham to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £25 - £140 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the New Eltham to Swanage bus arrive?

New Eltham to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the New Eltham to Swanage train arrive?

New Eltham to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Wareham station.

Can I drive from New Eltham to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between New Eltham to Swanage is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from New Eltham to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2102+ hotels available in Swanage.

New Eltham 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 New Eltham to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 11m
£52–123
Line 321 bus, line 185 bus, bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Footscray Road / Southwood Rd to Lewisham Stationbus 321
2. Take the bus from Lewisham Station to Victoria Stationbus 185
3. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
4. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
8h 19m
£17–105
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
6h 16m
£26–132
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from New Eltham to Swanagecar 131.2 mi
2h 56m
£33–47

New Eltham to Swanage by train, foot, and bus

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.6 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between New Eltham, England and Swanage, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Wareham hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dunkery Road / Mottingham Road to Mowlem Court via Westminster Cathedral, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 16m.

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