What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus via Bus Station which costs £14 - £23 and takes 6h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Swanage?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Mowlem Court via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Wareham via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Swanage?

The distance between Watford Junction and Swanage is 152 miles. The road distance is 128.4 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Swanage without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £50 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Swanage?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Watford Junction to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Swanage bus from?

Watford Junction to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Swanage train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Swanage?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watford Junction to Swanage train arrive?

Watford Junction to Swanage train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Wareham station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Swanage is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Watford Junction to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2102+ hotels available in Swanage.

Watford Junction to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 50 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford Junction 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 / ...
4h 34m
£53–157
Bus, line 50 bus via Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
6h 34m
£15–22
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
5h 58m
£23–51
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Swanagecar 127.6 mi
2h 20m
£32–46

Watford Junction to Swanage by train, subway, and bus

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.2 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Swanage, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Wareham hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Mowlem Court via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Bournemouth Station in around 5h 58m.

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