What is the cheapest way to get from Swanley to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Swanley to Dorset is to bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station which costs £24 - £40 and takes 8h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swanley to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Swanley to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swanley and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanley to Dorset. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Swanley and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Swanley to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Swanley and arriving at Dorchester South via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Swanley to Dorset?

The distance between Swanley and Dorset is 157 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

How do I travel from Swanley to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Swanley to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Swanley to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Swanley to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanley to Dorset bus from?

Swanley to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Swanley to Dorset train from?

Swanley to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Swanley to Dorset?

The best way to get from Swanley to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Swanley to Dorset bus arrive?

Swanley to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Station.

Where does the Swanley to Dorset train arrive?

Swanley to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Dorchester South station.

Can I drive from Swanley to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanley to Dorset is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Swanley to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2444+ hotels available in Dorset.

Swanley to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swanley to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 55m
£53–124
Bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
8h 21m
£25–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Stationbus 035
7h 2m
£30–51
Drive 137.7 mi
1. Drive from Swanley to Dorsetcar 137.7 mi
2h 28m
£35–50

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Distance: 155.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Swanley, Kent, England and Dorset, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to South Station once daily. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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