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

The cheapest way to get from Shaftesbury to Swanage is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Shaftesbury to Swanage is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Shaftesbury and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Shaftesbury to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from The Town Hall and arriving at Bus Station via Market Place and Poole station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Shaftesbury to Swanage?

The distance between Shaftesbury and Swanage is 50 miles. The road distance is 36 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shaftesbury to Swanage without a car is to bus and line 40 bus which takes 3h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Shaftesbury to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shaftesbury to Swanage bus from?

Shaftesbury to Swanage bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, depart from The Town Hall station.

Where does the Shaftesbury to Swanage bus arrive?

Shaftesbury to Swanage bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, arrive at Market Place station.

Can I drive from Shaftesbury to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Shaftesbury to Swanage is 36 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Shaftesbury to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2093+ hotels available in Swanage.

Shaftesbury to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 40 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Shaftesbury to Swanage by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Town Hall to Market Placebus Cr7
2. Take the bus from Market Place to Poole stationbus X8
3. Take the bus from Poole station to Bus Stationbus 40
3h 26m
Drive 35.8 mi
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1. Drive from Shaftesbury to Swanagecar 35.8 mi
53 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shaftesbury to Swanagetaxi 35.8 mi
53 min
£150–190

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Distance: 49.7 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Shaftesbury, Dorset, England and Swanage, England?

You can take a bus from The Town Hall to Bus Station via Market Place and Poole station in around 3h 26m.

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