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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Birmingham is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Birmingham is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Swanage to Birmingham?

The distance between Swanage and Birmingham is 189 miles. The road distance is 160.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Birmingham without a car is to line 50 bus and train which takes 5h 6m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Swanage to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Birmingham bus from?

Swanage to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Swanage to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Birmingham is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Swanage to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3334+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Swanage to Birmingham - 3 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Swanage to Birmingham by bus, train, or car

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Line 50 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 6m
£78–123
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
6h 38m
£34–56
Drive 159.6 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Birminghamcar 159.6 mi
3h 23m
£40–58

Swanage to Birmingham by bus and train

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Distance: 188 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 38m.

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