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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Polperro is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 12h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Polperro is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Polperro?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Polperro. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Crumplehorn via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Liskeard Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Swanage and Polperro?

No, there is no direct train from Swanage to Polperro. However, there are services departing from Wareham and arriving at Looe via Upwey, Castle Cary and Liskeard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from Swanage to Polperro?

The distance between Swanage and Polperro is 208 miles. The road distance is 143.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Polperro without a car is to train which takes 9h 31m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 9h 31m to get from Swanage to Polperro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Polperro bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swanage to Polperro train from?

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

Train or bus from Swanage to Polperro?

The best way to get from Swanage to Polperro is to train which takes 9h 31m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Slough, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 10h 56m.

Where does the Swanage to Polperro bus arrive?

Swanage to Polperro bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Swanage to Polperro train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Polperro?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Polperro is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Swanage to Polperro.

Where can I stay near Polperro?

There are 2083+ hotels available in Polperro.

Swanage to Polperro - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 50 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Swanage to Polperro by train, bus, or car

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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 Liskeardtrain Reading - Penzance / ...
9h 31m
£79–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
3. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Crumplehornbus 10
12h 8m
£28–43
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Post Officebus 805
10h 56m
£46–88
Drive 142.6 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Polperrocar 142.6 mi
2h 57m
£36–52
Train via Exeter
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 Liskeardtrain
9h 32m
£78–149
Line 50 bus, bus, train, line 73 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 Railway Station Stop SAbus X3
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Exeter St Davidstrain
5. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Liskeardtrain
6. Take the bus from Liskeard station to Crumplehornbus 73 / ...
9h 34m
£71–137

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Distance: 207 mi
Duration: 9h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Crumplehorn via Wareham Station, Wareham, Upwey, Castle Cary, Liskeard, Looe, and Bridge in around 9h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Crumplehorn via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Post Office, and Liskeard Bus Interchange in around 10h 56m.

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