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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Swanage is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Wareham via Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Penzance to Swanage?

The distance between Penzance and Swanage is 257 miles. The road distance is 188 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Penzance to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Swanage train from?

Penzance to Swanage train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.

Where does the Penzance to Swanage train arrive?

Penzance to Swanage train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Swanage is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Penzance to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2108+ hotels available in Swanage.

Penzance to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Castle Carytrain Penzance - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
7h 43m
£109–206
Drive 186.9 mi
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1. Drive from Penzance to Swanagecar 186.9 mi
3h 39m
£46–66
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
3. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Wareham Stationbus X54 / ...
9h 2m
£79–148

Penzance to Swanage by train and bus

4Weekly Services

7h 43mAverage Duration

£109Cheapest Price

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Distance: 255.8 mi
Duration: 7h 43m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Bus Station via Castle Cary, Upwey, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 7h 43m.

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