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 which costs £15 - £24 and takes 5h 22m.

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 station. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Swanage?

The distance between Watford Junction and Swanage is 142 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 and line 50 bus which takes 4h 47m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m 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 FlixBus, depart from London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Swanage bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Swanage bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bournemouth 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 2078+ hotels available in Swanage.

Watford Junction to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, and 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, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50 / ...
4h 47m
£44–115
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50 / ...
5h 22m
£16–23
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Swanagecar 127.6 mi
2h 20m
£32–47
Bus, line 50 bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50 / ...
5h 43m
£19–31

Watford Junction to Swanage by train, subway, and bus

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4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141.5 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, London Heathrow Airport, and Bournemouth Station in around 5h 22m.

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