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1 h 47 min
140 km.
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Swanage, Great Britain → Reading, Great Britain

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

Composite routes from Swanage to Reading

Cheapest
1 h 47 min
Car
140 km.
from $7
Other
3 h 16 min
Bus, Train
115 km.
from $105.25
4 h 49 min
116 km.
from $53.80
4 h 7 min
Bus, Train
115 km.
from $80.78
4 h 25 min
Train
116 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

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 Station to London,
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24
Bus from Village Centre to Wareham
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.19–$22.78

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

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Poole to Basingstoke
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.04–$101.26
Train from Wareham to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.86–$21.52

Swanage Railway Company

Phone:
+44 1929 425800
Email:
Website:
swanagerailway.co.uk/
Train from Swanage to Corfe
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours

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
Bus from St Mary's Church to Bus
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.96
Bus from Village Centre to Wareham
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Reading is to drive which costs $30.43 - $45.65 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Reading is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Swanage to Reading?

The distance between Swanage and Reading is 146 km. The road distance is 154.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Reading without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 16m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Swanage to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Reading bus from?

Swanage to Reading bus services, operated by More Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Swanage to Reading bus arrive?

Swanage to Reading bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Reading is 154 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Swanage to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

There are 1248+ hotels available in Reading. Prices start at $40.55 per night.
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