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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus which costs £21 - £65 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Queens Lane and arriving at Mowlem Court via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Oxford to Swanage?

The distance between Oxford and Swanage is 118 miles. The road distance is 113.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Swanage without a car is to train and line 50 bus which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Oxford to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oxford to Swanage bus from?

Oxford to Swanage bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, depart from Queens Lane station.

Where does the Oxford to Swanage bus arrive?

Oxford to Swanage bus services, operated by Oxford Bus Company, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Can I drive from Oxford to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Swanage is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Oxford to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2099+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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

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Train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
3h 38m
£55–74
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queens Lane to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Lhr / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
5h 9m
£22–60
Drive 112.5 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Swanagecar 112.5 mi
2h 7m
£28–40

Oxford to Swanage by train and bus

102Weekly Services

3h 38mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.1 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Queens Lane to Mowlem Court via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bournemouth Station in around 5h 9m.

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