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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Stansted is to bus and train which costs £28 - £60 and takes 7h 29m.

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 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 Otford via London Waterloo East. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Swanage to Stansted?

The distance between Swanage and Stansted is 161 miles. The road distance is 145.6 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 52m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Swanage to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Stansted train from?

Swanage to Stansted train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Wareham 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 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Swanage to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 16497+ hotels available in Stansted.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wareham to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
4h 52m
£84–158
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Meophamtrain London Victoria - Gillingham / ...
7h 29m
£28–57
Drive 144.8 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Stanstedcar 144.8 mi
2h 43m
£36–52
Train via Quarry Hill Parade
1. Take the train from Wareham to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Tonbridgetrain London Charing Cross - Hastings / ...
6h 4m
£57–124
Line 50 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 50
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to London Waterlootrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Gravesendtrain
6h 31m
£49–109
Line 50 bus, train via Reading
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 Abbey Woodtrain
7h 41m
£74–140

Swanage to Stansted by bus, foot, and train

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7h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.1 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Wareham to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £40–95 and the journey takes 2h 22m.

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