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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Plymouth is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Plymouth is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Swanage and Plymouth?

No, there is no direct train from Swanage to Plymouth. However, there are services departing from Wareham and arriving at Plymouth via Upwey and Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Swanage to Plymouth?

The distance between Swanage and Plymouth is 177 miles. The road distance is 121.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Swanage to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Plymouth train from?

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

Where does the Swanage to Plymouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Plymouth is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Swanage to Plymouth.

Where can I stay near Plymouth?

There are 1672+ hotels available in Plymouth.

Swanage to Plymouth - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 50 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Swanage to Plymouth by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Plymouthtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 24m
£72–151
Drive 120.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Plymouthcar 120.8 mi
2h 27m
£30–43
Line 50 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Peters Churchbus 50
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Plymouthtrain
6h 59m
£67–139

Swanage to Plymouth by bus and train

40Weekly Services

6h 24mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.1 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Plymouth via Wareham Station, Wareham, Upwey, and Castle Cary in around 6h 24m.

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