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279 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Whitstable to Swanage

Cheapest
3 h 5 min
Car
279 km.
from $15
Other
6 h 20 min
Train, Bus
222 km.
from $212.41
8 h 23 min
224 km.
from $85.15
8 h 6 min
Train, Bus
224 km.
from $218.48

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 Bournemouth Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$25.32
Bus from Whitstable to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18
Bus from London Victoria to Swanage
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.18–$48.10

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 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 Whitstable to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$69.62

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 Whitstable to Swanage?

The cheapest way to get from Whitstable to Swanage is to bus which costs $50 - $70.65 and takes 8h 23m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Whitstable and Swanage?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitstable to Swanage. However, there are services departing from Harbour Street and arriving at Swanage via Whitstable and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Whitstable to Swanage?

The distance between Whitstable and Swanage is 296 km. The road distance is 294.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Whitstable to Swanage without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $97.83 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Whitstable to Swanage, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitstable to Swanage bus from?

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

Where does the Whitstable to Swanage bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Whitstable and Swanage?

It is currently 14:02 at both, Whitstable and Swanage.

Can I drive from Whitstable to Swanage?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitstable to Swanage is 295 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Whitstable 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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