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How to get fromNewport to Swanageby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, line 50 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton Centraltrain train
    2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus bus 50
    4h 49m
    £61–118

  2. Drive 105.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Newport to Swanagecar car 105.2 mi
    2h 34m
    £26–37

  3. Train, bus, line 50 bus

    1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Salisburytrain train
    2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus bus X3
    3. Take the bus from St Peter's Church to Bus Stationbus bus 50
    5h 39m
    £45–76

Newport to Swanage by train and bus

Calendar102Weekly Services
Duration4h 49mAverage Duration
Ticket£61Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 146.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Newport, Wales and Swanage, England?

There is no direct connection from Newport to Swanage. However, you can take the train to Southampton Central, take the train to Bournemouth, walk to Bournemouth Station, then take the line 50 bus to Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Newport (S Wales) to Bus Station via Salisbury, Railway Station Stop SA, Meeting House Lane, Bournemouth Square, and St Peter's Church in around 5h 39m.

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