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3 h 12 min
292 km.
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Folkestone, Great Britain → Swanage, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Folkestone to Swanage

Cheapest
3 h 12 min
Car
292 km.
from $16
Other
5 h 36 min
224 km.
from $237.52
8 h
224 km.
from $87.09
6 h
Train, Bus
225 km.
from $218.97
8 h 23 min
Train, Bus
224 km.
from $134.22

Transport providers

Train operators

Southern

Phone:
+44 3451 27 29 20
Website:
southernrailway.com/
Train from Ashford International to Hampden
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85
Train from Brighton to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Folkestone to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97
Bus from London Victoria to Swanage
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83
Bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Southampton Central to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$32.91–$53.16

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–$177.21
Train from London Waterloo to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55
Train from Southampton Central to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$18.99–$44.30

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from Folkestone Central to London
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.16–$75.95

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:
$2.86
Bus from Bournemouth Station to Mowlem
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.86

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Swanage is to bus which costs $51.09 - $76.09 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Swanage is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Folkestone and arriving at Swanage via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Folkestone to Swanage?

The distance between Folkestone and Swanage is 329 km. The road distance is 306.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs $108.70 - $250 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Folkestone to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Swanage bus from?

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

Train or bus from Folkestone to Swanage?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Swanage is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs $108.70 - $250 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $51.09 - $76.09 and takes 8h.

Where does the Folkestone to Swanage bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Swanage is 307 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Folkestone to Swanage.

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

Book your Folkestone to Swanage bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Swanage?

There are 1759+ hotels available in Swanage. Prices start at $27.59 per night.
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