What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station / York Road and arriving at Mowlem Court via London Victoria and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Wareham via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Swanage?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Swanage is 131 miles. The road distance is 124.5 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo Station to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Swanage?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Waterloo Station to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Swanage bus from?

Waterloo Station to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Swanage train from?

Waterloo Station to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Waterloo Station to Swanage?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Swanage is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Swanage bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Swanage train arrive?

Waterloo Station to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Wareham station.

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Swanage is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Waterloo Station to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2142+ hotels available in Swanage.

Waterloo Station to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 50 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
3h 1m
£53–115
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
5h 19m
£23–54
Drive 123.8 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Swanagecar 123.8 mi
2h 34m
£31–44

Waterloo Station to Swanage by train and bus

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3h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.6 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Waterloo Station, England and Swanage, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Wareham hourly. Tickets cost £45–120 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterloo Station / York Road to Mowlem Court via Victoria Coach Station, London Victoria, and Bournemouth Station in around 5h 19m.

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