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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Mowlem Court via London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Paddington to Swanage?

The distance between Paddington and Swanage is 126 miles. The road distance is 122.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Swanage without a car is to train and line 50 bus which takes 4h and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Paddington to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Swanage bus from?

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

Where does the Paddington to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paddington to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Swanage is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Paddington to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Swanage.

Paddington to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Paddington to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
4h
£47–115
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
5h 16m
£24–54
Drive 122.1 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Swanagecar 122.1 mi
2h 28m
£30–43
Train, line 50 bus via Reading
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
4h 26m
£59–113

Paddington to Swanage by subway, train, and bus

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Distance: 125.7 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a bus from Paddington Station to Mowlem Court via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 5h 16m.

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