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

The cheapest way to get from Ramsgate to Swanage is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ramsgate to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ramsgate and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Ramsgate to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Harbour and arriving at Mowlem Court via London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ramsgate and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Ramsgate to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Ramsgate and arriving at Wareham via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Ramsgate to Swanage?

The distance between Ramsgate and Swanage is 221 miles. The road distance is 193.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ramsgate to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £95 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Ramsgate to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ramsgate to Swanage bus from?

Ramsgate to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Harbour station.

Where do I catch the Ramsgate to Swanage train from?

Ramsgate to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ramsgate station.

Train or bus from Ramsgate to Swanage?

The best way to get from Ramsgate to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £95 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Ramsgate to Swanage bus arrive?

Ramsgate to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Ramsgate to Swanage train arrive?

Ramsgate to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Stratford International station.

Can I drive from Ramsgate to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Ramsgate to Swanage is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Ramsgate to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Swanage.

Ramsgate to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 50 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ramsgate to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ramsgate to Stratford Internationaltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 4m
£98–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Harbour to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
8h 45m
£40–94
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ramsgate to London Victoriatrain Ramsgate - London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
8h 7m
£57–107
Drive 192.4 mi
1. Drive from Ramsgate to Swanagecar 192.4 mi
3h 30m
£47–68
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Ramsgate to London Waterloo Easttrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 55m
£88–192

Ramsgate to Swanage by train, foot, subway, and bus

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5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 219.3 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Ramsgate to Bus Station via Stratford International, Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harbour to Mowlem Court via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 45m.

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