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Canterbury to Swanage

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3 h 6 min
281 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Canterbury to Swanage

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Cheapest
By car (281 km)
3 h 6 min
281 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
3 h 6 min
281 km.
from $10.69
Train
5 h 35 min
224 km.
from $246.28
Bus
7 h 26 min
224 km.
from $86.52
Train, Bus (Train)
6 h 1 min
225 km.
from $228.20
Train, Bus (Train)
8 h 16 min
224 km.
from $221.83

Transport providers

Train operators

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from Rainham (Kent) to Farringdon
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$54.43

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Canterbury to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$35.44
Bus from London Victoria to Swanage
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.18–$48.10
Bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$25.32

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Reading to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$151.89

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from London Waterloo to Wareham
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$189.87
Train from London Waterloo to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$164.55

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Farringdon Without to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$36.71

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from Canterbury West to London
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.69–$82.28

Bus operators

More Bus

Phone:
+44 1202 338420
Email:
Website:
morebus.co.uk/
Bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.96
Bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Swanage is to bus which costs $50 - $76.09 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $54.35 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Canterbury and arriving at Swanage via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Swanage?

The distance between Canterbury and Swanage is 329 km. The road distance is 296.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $108.70 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Canterbury to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Swanage bus from?

Canterbury to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Canterbury station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Swanage?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs $108.70 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $76.09 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Canterbury to Swanage bus arrive?

Canterbury to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Swanage is 296 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Canterbury to Swanage.

How do I get a bus ticket from Canterbury to Swanage?

Book your Canterbury to Swanage bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1738+ hotels available in Swanage. Prices start at $76.05 per night.
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