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

The cheapest way to get from Telford to Swanage is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Telford to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Telford and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Telford station to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Telford and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Telford to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Telford Central and arriving at Bournemouth via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Telford to Swanage?

The distance between Telford and Swanage is 228 miles. The road distance is 172.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Telford to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £190 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Telford to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Telford to Swanage bus from?

Telford to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Telford to Swanage train from?

Telford to Swanage train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Wolverhampton station.

Train or bus from Telford to Swanage?

The best way to get from Telford to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £190 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Telford to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Where does the Telford to Swanage train arrive?

Telford to Swanage train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Telford to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Telford to Swanage is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Telford to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2078+ hotels available in Swanage.

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There are 3 ways to get from Telford to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 28m
£195–272
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
8h 35m
£36–57
Drive 171.8 mi
1. Drive from Telford to Swanagecar 171.8 mi
3h 49m
£43–62

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Distance: 226.3 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Wolverhampton to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 35m.

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