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

The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Swanage is to drive which costs £35 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tonbridge to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Tonbridge and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Tonbridge to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Tonbridge and arriving at Wareham via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Tonbridge to Swanage?

The distance between Tonbridge and Swanage is 161 miles. The road distance is 142.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Tonbridge to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Swanage train from?

Tonbridge to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Tonbridge station.

Where does the Tonbridge to Swanage train arrive?

Tonbridge to Swanage train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Tonbridge to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Tonbridge to Swanage is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Tonbridge to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2097+ hotels available in Swanage.

Tonbridge to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 50 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Waterloo Easttrain Hastings - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 48m
£62–142
Drive 141.3 mi
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1. Drive from Tonbridge to Swanagecar 141.3 mi
2h 43m
£35–51
Train, bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Bridgetrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
7h 11m
£41–95
Train, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Redhill to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
6h 28m
£73–122

Tonbridge to Swanage by train, foot, and bus

134Weekly Services

4h 48mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.6 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Tonbridge to Bus Station via London Waterloo East, London Waterloo, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 4h 48m.

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