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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Stansted is to line 50 bus and bus and train which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Stansted is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Flagstone Paving via Bournemouth Station, Railway Station Azalea Drive and The Portobello Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Swanage and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Swanage to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Wareham and arriving at Borough Green & Wrotham via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Swanage to Stansted?

The distance between Swanage and Stansted is 164 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Swanage to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Stansted bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Swanage to Stansted train from?

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

Train or bus from Swanage to Stansted?

The best way to get from Swanage to Stansted is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can line 50 bus and bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h.

Where does the Swanage to Stansted bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swanage to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Stansted is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Swanage to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 17130+ hotels available in Stansted.

Swanage to Stansted - 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 Stansted 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 Borough Green & Wrothamtrain London Charing Cross - Ashford International / ...
4h 53m
£74–167
Line 50 bus, bus, train
cheapest
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 Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
8h 30m
£30–59
Line 50 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
8h
£32–73
Drive 144.6 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Stanstedcar 144.6 mi
2h 43m
£36–51

Swanage to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

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8hAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.7 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Stansted via Wareham Station, Wareham, London Waterloo, London Waterloo East, and Borough Green & Wrotham in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Flagstone Paving via Bournemouth Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Swanley, Railway Station Azalea Drive, and The Portobello Inn in around 8h.

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