What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Swanage is to bus and line 40 bus which costs £14 - £20 and takes 6h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Cenotaph and arriving at Mowlem Court via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Swanage?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Swanage is 82 miles. The road distance is 58.6 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Swanage without a car is to train and line 40 bus which takes 4h 23m and costs £30 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Swanage?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Shepton Mallet to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Swanage bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Swanage bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Swanage is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Shepton Mallet to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2098+ hotels available in Swanage.

Shepton Mallet to Swanage - 5 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 40 bus
best
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40
4h 23m
£30–54
Bus, line 40 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beech House to Bus Stationbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Car Parkbus Cr4
3. Take the bus from Poole station to Bus Stationbus 40
6h 55m
£14–20
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bournemouth Stationbus G30
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
5h 15m
£16–24
Drive 58.2 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Swanagecar 58.2 mi
1h 33m
£15–21
Train, line 40 bus via Weymouth
1. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus 40
4h 32m
£28–50

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Distance: 81.3 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Swanage, England?

You can take a bus from Cenotaph to Mowlem Court via Sewage Works, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and Bournemouth Station in around 5h 15m.

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