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3 h 22 min
310 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Colchester to Swanage

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Cheapest
By car (310 km)
3 h 22 min
310 km.
from $17
Other
Rideshare
3 h 22 min
310 km.
from $11.79
Train, Bus (Train)
5 h 20 min
243 km.
from $187.11
Bus
8 h 24 min
244 km.
from $118.87
Train, Bus (Train)
6 h 35 min
244 km.
from $205.26

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$25.32
Bus from Colchester to London
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11
Bus from London Stansted Airport to London,
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24

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 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 London Paddington to Reading
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91

Greater Anglia

Email:
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from Colchester to Stratford
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71
Train from Colchester to Shenfield
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

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 Colchester to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Swanage is to drive which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Bus Station via London Stansted Airport, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Colchester to Swanage?

The distance between Colchester and Swanage is 286 km. The road distance is 325 km.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Swanage without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $86.96 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Colchester to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Swanage bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Colchester to Swanage?

The best way to get from Colchester to Swanage is to bus which takes 8h 24m and costs $59.78 - $108.70 . There are no good options to train or fly between Colchester to Swanage.

Where does the Colchester to Swanage bus arrive?

Colchester to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Stansted Airport station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Swanage is 325 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Colchester to Swanage.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

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