Rome2Rio

How to get fromSwanage to Bristolby bus, train, or car

Find Transport to Bristol

See all options

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Line 50 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus bus 50
    2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain train
    3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
    4h 13m
    £44–94

  2. Drive  78.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Swanage to Bristolcar car 78.9 mi
    2h
    £20–28

  3. Line 50 bus, bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus bus 50
    2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAbus bus X3
    3. Take the train from Salisbury to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
    5h 8m
    £32–54

Swanage to Bristol by bus and train

Calendar96Weekly Services
Duration4h 13mAverage Duration
Ticket£44Cheapest Price
See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swanage to Bristol.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 120 mi
  • Duration: 4h 13m

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

There is no direct connection from Swanage to Bristol. However, you can take the line 50 bus to Bournemouth Station, walk to Bournemouth, take the train to Southampton Central, then take the train to Bristol Temple Meads. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bristol Temple Meads via St Peter's Church, Bournemouth Square, Meeting House Lane, Railway Station Stop SA, and Salisbury in around 5h 8m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides