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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Watford to Swanage

Composite routes from Watford to Swanage

Cheapest
2 h 14 min
Car
194 km.
from $10
Other
6 h 12 min
158 km.
from $60.09
5 h 15 min
Train, Bus
158 km.
from $155
6 h 17 min
Bus, Train
158 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77
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 Clapham Junction to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55

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

RailAir

Phone:
+44 345 646 0707
Website:
railair.com/
Bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Swanage is to drive which costs $41.30 - $65.22 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Swanage is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs $41.30 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Swanage station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Bus Station via London Heathrow Airport and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Watford to Swanage?

The distance between Watford and Swanage is 243 km. The road distance is 209.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Swanage without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Watford to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Swanage bus from?

Watford to Swanage bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Heathrow Airport station.

Train or bus from Watford to Swanage?

The best way to get from Watford to Swanage is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $65.22 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Watford to Swanage bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Watford and Swanage?

It is currently 22:55 at both, Watford and Swanage.

Can I drive from Watford to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Swanage is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Watford 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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