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

The cheapest way to get from Worcester to Swanage is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Worcester to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Worcester and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Worcester station to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Worcester Bus Station and arriving at Mowlem Court via Sophia Gardens and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Worcester and Swanage?

No, there is no direct train from Worcester to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Worcester Shrub Hill and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Worcester to Swanage?

The distance between Worcester and Swanage is 185 miles. The road distance is 133.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Worcester to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £170 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Worcester to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Worcester to Swanage bus from?

Worcester to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Worcester Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Worcester to Swanage train from?

Worcester to Swanage train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Worcester Shrub Hill station.

Train or bus from Worcester to Swanage?

The best way to get from Worcester to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £170 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 11m.

Where does the Worcester to Swanage bus arrive?

Worcester to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Worcester to Swanage train arrive?

Worcester to Swanage train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Worcester to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Worcester to Swanage is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Worcester to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 2078+ hotels available in Swanage.

Worcester to Swanage - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 50 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Worcester to Swanage by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Readingtrain Great Malvern - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 30m
£175–253
Drive 132.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Worcester to Swanagecar 132.5 mi
2h 53m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Worcester Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp4
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bournemouth Stationbus Cp3
9h 11m
£42–68
Train, bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Salisburytrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Bournemouth Squarebus X3 / ...
4. Take the bus from St Peters Church to Bus Stationbus 50
7h 31m
£60–99

Worcester to Swanage by bus

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Distance: 184.2 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Swanage via Reading and Bournemouth in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Worcester Bus Station to Mowlem Court via Sophia Gardens and Bournemouth Station in around 9h 11m.

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