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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Clifton Road and arriving at Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Bournemouth via Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Rugby to Swanage?

The distance between Rugby and Swanage is 192 miles. The road distance is 150.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £170 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Rugby to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Swanage bus from?

Rugby to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Clifton Road station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Swanage train from?

Rugby to Swanage train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Coventry station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Swanage?

The best way to get from Rugby to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs £170 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Rugby to Swanage bus arrive?

Rugby to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Rugby to Swanage train arrive?

Rugby to Swanage train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Swanage is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Rugby to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2078+ hotels available in Swanage.

Rugby 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 Rugby to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coventry to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 26m
£178–249
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Clifton Road to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 460
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
8h 1m
£36–57
Drive 149.2 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Swanagecar 149.2 mi
3h 24m
£37–54

Rugby to Swanage by bus

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8h 1mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 190.7 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Coventry to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clifton Road to Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 1m.

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