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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Swanage is to line 022 bus and bus and line 50 bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Mowlem Court via Bus Station, London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Wareham via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Rochester to Swanage?

The distance between Rochester and Swanage is 167 miles. The road distance is 153.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Rochester to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Swanage bus from?

Rochester to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Swanage train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Swanage?

The best way to get from Rochester to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can line 022 bus and bus and line 50 bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Rochester to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Swanage train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Swanage is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Rochester to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester to Stratford Internationaltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 25m
£69–178
Line 022 bus, bus, line 50 bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
7h 52m
£29–67
Train, bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
7h 15m
£34–60
Drive 153 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Swanagecar 153 mi
2h 55m
£38–54
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
5h 15m
£60–136

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

195Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 166.3 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Rochester to Bus Station via Stratford International, Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Mowlem Court via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 7h 52m.

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