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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Kent is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Kent is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Swanage and Kent?

No, there is no direct train from Swanage to Kent. However, there are services departing from Wareham and arriving at Lenham via London Waterloo East and Maidstone East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Swanage to Kent?

The distance between Swanage and Kent is 179 miles. The road distance is 160.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Kent without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Swanage to Kent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Kent train from?

Swanage to Kent train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Wareham station.

Where does the Swanage to Kent train arrive?

Swanage to Kent train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Kent?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Kent is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Swanage to Kent.

Where can I stay near Kent?

There are 1164+ hotels available in Kent.

Swanage to Kent - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wareham to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Maidstone Easttrain London Charing Cross - Ashford International / ...
5h 38m
£72–173
Drive 159.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Kentcar 159.4 mi
2h 58m
£39–57
Line 50 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth to London Green Line Coach Stationbus
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
7h 51m
£41–79
Line 50 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Lenhamtrain
5h 43m
£70–168

Swanage to Kent by bus, train, and foot

130Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.7 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Lenham via Wareham Station, Wareham, London Waterloo, London Waterloo East, and Maidstone East in around 5h 38m.

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