What is the cheapest way to get from Swanage to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to New Forest is to line 50 bus and bus which costs £13 - £16 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swanage to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Swanage to New Forest is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and New Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at St Thomas Mores Church via Bournemouth Square, Meeting House Lane, Blue Boar Row and North Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Swanage to New Forest?

The distance between Swanage and New Forest is 74 miles. The road distance is 75.7 miles.

How do I travel from Swanage to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Swanage to New Forest without a car is to line 50 bus and bus which takes 5h 12m and costs £13 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Swanage to New Forest?

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Swanage to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to New Forest bus from?

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

Where does the Swanage to New Forest bus arrive?

Swanage to New Forest bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at St Peter's Church station.

Can I drive from Swanage to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to New Forest is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Swanage to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 504+ hotels available in New Forest.

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

How to get fromSwanage to New Forest

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to New Forest 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.

Line 50 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to New Canalbus X3
4. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to North Streetbus X5 / ...
5. Take the bus from North Street to St Thomas Mores Churchbus X5
5h 12m
£13–16
Line 50 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Swindontrain
5h 17m
£63–102
Drive 75.2 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to New Forestcar 75.2 mi
1h 52m
£19–27
Line 50 bus, bus, line 80 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Peter's Churchbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Square to Meeting House Lanebus X3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to New Canalbus X3
4. Take the bus from Blue Boar Row to Tesco Superstorebus 8 / ...
5. Take the bus from Tesco Superstore to Business Parkbus 80
5h 20m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swanage to New Forest.

Launch map view

Distance: 73.2 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Swanage, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to St Thomas Mores Church via St Peter's Church, Bournemouth Square, Meeting House Lane, New Canal, Blue Boar Row, and North Street in around 5h 12m.

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.