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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Torquay is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Torquay is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Swanage and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Swanage to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Wareham and arriving at Torquay via Upwey, Castle Cary and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Swanage to Torquay?

The distance between Swanage and Torquay is 151 miles. The road distance is 99 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Swanage to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Torquay train from?

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

Where does the Swanage to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanage to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Torquay is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Swanage to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2765+ hotels available in Torquay.

Swanage to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 30 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Torquay 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 Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
6h 11m
£64–133
Drive 98.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Torquaycar 98.4 mi
2h 5m
£24–35
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
6h 14m
Line 30 bus, bus, line 923 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lulworth Covebus 30
2. Take the bus from Lulworth Cove to Kings Statuebus X54 / ...
3. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Elmsbus 923
5. Take the bus from The Elms to Strandbus
6. Take the train from Exmouth to Torquaytrain
8h 46m

Swanage to Torquay by bus and train

58Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

£64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.5 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Torquay via Wareham Station, Wareham, Upwey, Castle Cary, and Newton Abbot in around 6h 11m.

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