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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Gloucester is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Gloucester is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Transport Hub via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Swanage and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct train from Swanage to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Gloucester via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Swanage to Gloucester?

The distance between Swanage and Gloucester is 179 miles. The road distance is 107.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Gloucester without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 12m and costs £170 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Swanage to Gloucester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Gloucester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swanage to Gloucester train from?

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

Train or bus from Swanage to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Swanage to Gloucester is to train via Reading which takes 4h 12m and costs £170 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Swanage to Gloucester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swanage to Gloucester train arrive?

Swanage to Gloucester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Gloucester is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Swanage to Gloucester.

Where can I stay near Gloucester?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Gloucester.

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There are 5 ways to get from Swanage to Gloucester by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gloucestertrain London Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
4h 12m
£172–242
Drive 106.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Gloucestercar 106.8 mi
2h 30m
£27–39
Line 50 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 50 / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Gloucestertrain Salisbury - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
6h 26m
£44–79
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Gloucestertrain Weymouth - Gloucester
6h 12m
£60–115
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Transport Hubbus 444 / ...
7h 56m
£37–57

Swanage to Gloucester by bus

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7h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 177.8 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a vehicle from Swanage to Gloucester via Bournemouth and Reading in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Transport Hub via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 56m.

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