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 - £50 and takes 4h 18m.

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 station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Green Bus Station and arriving at Mowlem Court via Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Oxford to Swanage?

The distance between Oxford and Swanage is 118 miles. The road distance is 113.2 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 46m and costs £55 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m 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 National Express, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where does the Oxford to Swanage bus arrive?

Oxford to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth 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 2142+ 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 Bus Stationbus 50
3h 46m
£59–81
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
4h 18m
£21–47
Drive 112.5 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Swanagecar 112.5 mi
2h 7m
£28–40

Oxford to Swanage by train and bus

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.3 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Mowlem Court via Bournemouth Station in around 4h 18m.

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