What is the cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Swanage is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 8h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between South Benfleet and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from South Benfleet to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Kents Hill Road and arriving at Mowlem Court via Bus Station, Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between South Benfleet and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from South Benfleet to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Benfleet and arriving at Wareham via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from South Benfleet to Swanage?

The distance between South Benfleet and Swanage is 166 miles. The road distance is 164.4 miles.

How do I travel from South Benfleet to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from South Benfleet to Swanage?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from South Benfleet to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Benfleet to Swanage bus from?

South Benfleet to Swanage bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the South Benfleet to Swanage train from?

South Benfleet to Swanage train services, operated by c2c, depart from Benfleet station.

Train or bus from South Benfleet to Swanage?

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the South Benfleet to Swanage bus arrive?

South Benfleet to Swanage bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the South Benfleet to Swanage train arrive?

South Benfleet to Swanage train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from South Benfleet to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between South Benfleet to Swanage is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from South Benfleet to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2079+ hotels available in Swanage.

South Benfleet to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 50 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from South Benfleet to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Benfleet to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 41m
£57–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X10
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
8h 49m
£27–45
Train, bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Benfleet to West Hamtrain
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
7h 26m
£28–40
Drive 163.5 mi
1. Drive from South Benfleet to Swanagecar 163.5 mi
3h 4m
£41–59

South Benfleet to Swanage by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 164.7 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between South Benfleet, England and Swanage, England?

You can take a train from Benfleet to Bus Station via West Ham, West Ham station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kents Hill Road to Mowlem Court via Bus Station, Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 49m.

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