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

Composite routes from Swanage to Gloucester

Cheapest
2 h 25 min
Car
185 km.
from $10
Other
5 h 26 min
Bus, Train
140 km.
from $175.90
6 h 27 min
140 km.
from $174.39

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to Gloucester
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.43–$120.25
Train from Dorchester West to Gloucester
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$82.28–$177.21
Train from Southampton Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.16–$120.25
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucester
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$69.62

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32
Bus from Bournemouth to Cheltenham
Ave. Duration:
3h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bournemouth to Reading
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$151.89
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Gloucester
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Wareham to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$63.29

Bus operators

More Bus

Phone:
+44 1202 338420
Email:
Website:
morebus.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Gloucester is to bus which costs $32.61 - $45.65 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Gloucester is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $36.96 - $54.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Banjo Pier and arriving at Great Western Road via Bournemouth and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Swanage to Gloucester?

The distance between Swanage and Gloucester is 271 km. The road distance is 185.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Gloucester without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 26m and costs $97.83 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Swanage to Gloucester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Gloucester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Swanage to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Swanage to Gloucester is to bus which takes 6h 17m and costs $32.61 - $45.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $81.52 - $195.65 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Swanage to Gloucester bus arrive?

Swanage to Gloucester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cheltenham station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Gloucester is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Swanage to Gloucester.

Where can I stay near Gloucester?

There are 1233+ hotels available in Gloucester. Prices start at $50.70 per night.
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