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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Swanage is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Swanage?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Swanage is 232 miles. The road distance is 183.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Swanage without a car is to train and line 50 bus which takes 6h 45m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Shrewsbury to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Swanage bus from?

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

Where does the Shrewsbury to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Swanage is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Shrewsbury to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2140+ hotels available in Swanage.

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

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

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Train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wolverhamptontrain
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
6h 45m
£113–178
Drive 182.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Swanagecar 182.1 mi
3h 59m
£45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
8h 46m
£49–116
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wilmslowtrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Warehamtrain
5h 57m
£113–246
Train, line 40 bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain
4. Take the bus from Poole station to Bus Stationbus 40
7h 32m
£100–191

Shrewsbury to Swanage by train and bus

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6h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.4 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 46m.

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