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 6m.

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 6m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Tesco via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Swanage to Torquay?

The distance between Swanage and Torquay is 159 miles. The road distance is 99.1 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 line 40 bus and train and line 12 bus which takes 6h 46m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Swanage to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Torquay bus from?

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

Where does the Swanage to Torquay bus arrive?

Swanage to Torquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Torquay is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Swanage to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2644+ hotels available in Torquay.

Swanage to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, and line 12 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Torquay by bus, train, or car

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Line 40 bus, train, line 12 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wareham Stationbus 40
2. Take the train from Wareham to Weymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain
4. Take the train from Castle Cary to Newton Abbottrain
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Cary Paradebus 12
6h 46m
£58–113
Drive 98.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swanage to Torquaycar 98.5 mi
2h 6m
£25–35
Line 50 bus, bus, train, line 12 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 Newton Abbottrain
6. Take the bus from Rail Station to Cary Paradebus 12
7h
£49–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 501
9h 32m
£45–75

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Distance: 158.5 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Tesco via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Rail Station in around 9h 32m.

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