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 £28 - £50 and takes 6h 31m.

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 26m and costs £40 - £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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Swanage and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Swanage to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Birmingham New Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Swanage to Birmingham?

The distance between Swanage and Birmingham is 199 miles. The road distance is 159.5 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 train which takes 3h 44m and costs £180 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m 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 do I catch the Swanage to Birmingham train from?

Swanage to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Swanage to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Swanage to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £180 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Swanage to Birmingham bus arrive?

Swanage to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Swanage to Birmingham train arrive?

Swanage to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Birmingham is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Swanage to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3322+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Swanage to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 44m
£187–252
Bus via Slough
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk920
6h 33m
£26–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
6h 31m
£28–48
Drive 158.6 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Birminghamcar 158.6 mi
3h 26m
£40–58

Swanage to Birmingham by bus

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Distance: 198 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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