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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Dawlish is to bus and line 2 bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Dawlish is to drive which takes 2h and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lanherne via Wareham Station, Kings Statue, Bus Station, Rail Station and Waitrose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Swanage to Dawlish?

The distance between Swanage and Dawlish is 139 miles. The road distance is 88.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Dawlish without a car is to bus and train via Castle Cary which takes 6h 2m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Swanage to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Dawlish bus from?

Swanage to Dawlish bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Swanage to Dawlish bus arrive?

Swanage to Dawlish bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Wareham Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Dawlish is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Swanage to Dawlish.

Where can I stay near Dawlish?

There are 2598+ hotels available in Dawlish.

Swanage to Dawlish - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 2 bus

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

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Bus, train via Castle Cary
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wareham Stationbus 40
2. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Dawlishtrain
6h 2m
£55–101
Bus, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wareham Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Wareham Station to Kings Statuebus X54
3. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to St Lukes Campusbus 44A
6. Take the bus from Waitrose to Lanhernebus 2
8h 30m
£16–23
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
6h 26m
£31–60
Drive 87.7 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Dawlishcar 87.7 mi
2h
£22–32

Swanage to Dawlish by bus and train

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6h 2mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.9 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Lanherne via Wareham Station, Kings Statue, Bus Station, Rail Station, St Lukes Campus, and Waitrose in around 8h 30m.

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