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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Portsmouth is to line 50 bus and bus which costs £10 - £14 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Portsmouth is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Portsmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Portsmouth. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Victoria Park via Bournemouth Station and Marlands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Swanage to Portsmouth?

The distance between Swanage and Portsmouth is 68 miles. The road distance is 71.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Portsmouth without a car is to line 50 bus and train which takes 2h 58m and costs £22 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Swanage to Portsmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Portsmouth bus from?

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

Where does the Swanage to Portsmouth bus arrive?

Swanage to Portsmouth bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Portsmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Portsmouth is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Swanage to Portsmouth.

Where can I stay near Portsmouth?

There are 2908+ hotels available in Portsmouth.

Swanage to Portsmouth - 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 Portsmouth by bus, train, or car

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Line 50 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Portsmouth & Southseatrain
2h 58m
£22–44
Line 50 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Coach Stationbus 035 / ...
3. Take the bus from Marlands to Victoria Parkbus X5 / ...
4h 39m
£10–14
Line 50 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Victoria Parkbus X5 / ...
3h 45m
£16–28
Drive 71.3 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Portsmouthcar 71.3 mi
1h 25m
£18–26

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Distance: 67.9 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park via Bournemouth Station, Coach Station, and Marlands in around 4h 39m.

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