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

The cheapest way to get from Winchester to Swanage is to bus and line 50 bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winchester to Swanage is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Winchester and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Winchester to Swanage. However, there are services departing from City Road and arriving at Mowlem Court via St Catherines P&R and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Winchester to Swanage?

The distance between Winchester and Swanage is 56 miles. The road distance is 59.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Winchester to Swanage without a car is to train and line 50 bus which takes 3h 1m and costs £18 - £35.

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

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

Where do I catch the Winchester to Swanage bus from?

Winchester to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Catherines P&R station.

Where does the Winchester to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Winchester to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Winchester to Swanage is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Winchester to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2084+ hotels available in Swanage.

Winchester to Swanage - 3 ways to travel via train, line 50 bus, car, and bus

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

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Train, line 50 bus
best
1. Take the train from Winchester to Bournemouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Stationbus 50
3h 1m
£18–34
Bus, line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Catherines P&R to Bournemouth Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem Courtbus 50
4h 41m
£12–18
Drive 58.9 mi
1. Drive from Winchester to Swanagecar 58.9 mi
1h 14m
£15–21

Winchester to Swanage by train and bus

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3h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.8 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a bus from City Road to Mowlem Court via St Catherines P&R and Bournemouth Station in around 4h 41m.

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