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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Swanage is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Swanage is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Mereside and arriving at Bus Station via Kings Statue and Wareham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Portland to Swanage?

The distance between Portland and Swanage is 37 miles. The road distance is 33.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Swanage without a car is to line 1 bus and train and bus which takes 2h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Portland to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Swanage bus from?

Portland to Swanage bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Kings Statue station.

Where does the Portland to Swanage bus arrive?

Portland to Swanage bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Wareham Station.

Can I drive from Portland to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Swanage is 33 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Portland to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Swanage.

Portland to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, car

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

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Line 1 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mereside to Kings Statuebus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Weymouth to Warehamtrain
3. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus X54 / ...
2h 3m
Drive 33 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland to Swanagecar 33 mi
49 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portland to Swanagetaxi 33 mi
49 min
£70–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Wareham Stationbus X54 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus X54 / ...
2h 34m

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Distance: 37.2 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Portland, Dorset, England and Swanage, England?

You can take a bus from Mereside to Bus Station via Kings Statue and Wareham Station in around 2h 34m.

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