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

The cheapest way to get from Portland Harbour to Swanage is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland Harbour to Swanage is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Portland Harbour and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland Harbour to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Kings Statue and arriving at Bus Station via Wareham Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Portland Harbour to Swanage?

The distance between Portland Harbour and Swanage is 38 miles. The road distance is 34 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland Harbour to Swanage without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 28m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Portland Harbour to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland Harbour to Swanage bus from?

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

Where does the Portland Harbour to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland Harbour to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland Harbour to Swanage is 34 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Portland Harbour to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2142+ hotels available in Swanage.

Portland Harbour to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Warehamtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus X54 / ...
1h 28m
£26–41
Drive 33.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Portland Harbour to Swanagecar 33.8 mi
52 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Portland Harbour to Swanagetaxi 33.8 mi
52 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 12m

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Distance: 38 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a vehicle from Portland Harbour to Bus Station via Kings Statue and Wareham Station in around 2h 12m.

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