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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Swanage is to train and bus and line 50 bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Wareham via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Swanage?

The distance between Rayleigh and Swanage is 170 miles. The road distance is 166.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Rayleigh to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Swanage train from?

Rayleigh to Swanage train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Where does the Rayleigh to Swanage train arrive?

Rayleigh to Swanage train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Swanage is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Rayleigh to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2102+ hotels available in Swanage.

Rayleigh to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 50 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 1m
£67–160
Train, bus, line 50 bus
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1. Take the train from Rayleigh to London Liverpool Streettrain
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
8h 2m
£32–59
Drive 165.9 mi
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Swanagecar 165.9 mi
3h 5m
£41–59

Rayleigh to Swanage by train, subway, and bus

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5h 1mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Rayleigh to Bus Station via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 5h 1m.

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