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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Ivybridge is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Ivybridge is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Swanage and Ivybridge?

No, there is no direct train from Swanage to Ivybridge. However, there are services departing from Wareham and arriving at Ivybridge via Upwey, Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Swanage to Ivybridge?

The distance between Swanage and Ivybridge is 138 miles. The road distance is 109.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Ivybridge without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 53m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Swanage to Ivybridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Ivybridge train from?

Swanage to Ivybridge train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Upwey station.

Where does the Swanage to Ivybridge train arrive?

Swanage to Ivybridge train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Ivybridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Ivybridge is 110 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Swanage to Ivybridge.

Where can I stay near Ivybridge?

There are 2322+ hotels available in Ivybridge.

Swanage to Ivybridge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 40 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
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
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Ivybridgetrain
6h 53m
£44–91
Drive 109.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Ivybridgecar 109.1 mi
2h 14m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Ivybridgetrain
7h 5m
£69–136
Line 40 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Poole stationbus 40
2. Take the train from Poole to Upweytrain
3. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
4. Take the train from Castle Cary to Totnestrain
7h 39m
£66–136

Swanage to Ivybridge by bus and train

109Weekly Services

6h 53mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.6 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Swanage, England and Ivybridge, Devon, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Ivybridge via Wareham Station, Wareham, Upwey, Castle Cary, and Exeter St Davids in around 7h 5m.

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