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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Torquay and arriving at Wareham via Newton Abbot, Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Torquay to Swanage?

The distance between Torquay and Swanage is 151 miles. The road distance is 99.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Torquay to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Swanage train from?

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

Where does the Torquay to Swanage train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Swanage is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Torquay to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Swanage.

Torquay to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Castle Carytrain Plymouth - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
6h 3m
£65–132
Drive 99.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Swanagecar 99.2 mi
2h 5m
£25–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Torquay to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kings Statuebus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Wareham Stationbus X54 / ...
6h 32m

Torquay to Swanage by train and bus

58Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.4 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Torquay to Bus Station via Newton Abbot, Castle Cary, Upwey, Wareham, and Wareham Station in around 6h 3m.

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