What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £12 - £19.

How far is it from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage?

The distance between Southampton Airport (SOU) and Swanage is 56 miles. The road distance is 52.8 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 56m and costs £22 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage, including transfers.

Can I drive from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2145+ hotels available in Swanage.

Can I share a ride from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Southampton Airport (SOU) and Swanage. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Bus Stationbus X54 / ...
1h 56m
£22–45
Drive 52.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanagecar 52.5 mi
1h 6m
£13–19
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
2h 19m
£17–33
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Southampton-SOU to Swanagerideshare 52.5 mi
1h 6m

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage by train and bus

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1h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 56 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Southampton Airport (SOU), England and Swanage, England?

There is no direct connection from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Swanage. However, you can take the train to Wareham, walk to Wareham Station, then take the bus to Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bus Station via Bournemouth and Bournemouth Station in around 2h 19m.

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