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

The cheapest way to get from Swanage to Axminster is to line 40 bus and bus which costs £12 - £23 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanage to Axminster is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Swanage and Axminster?

No, there is no direct bus from Swanage station to Axminster. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Trinity Square via Weymouth station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Swanage to Axminster?

The distance between Swanage and Axminster is 70 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanage to Axminster without a car is to line 40 bus and bus via Weymouth which takes 4h 35m and costs £15 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Swanage to Axminster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanage to Axminster bus from?

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

Where does the Swanage to Axminster bus arrive?

Swanage to Axminster bus services, operated by More Bus, arrive at Wareham Station.

Can I drive from Swanage to Axminster?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanage to Axminster is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Swanage to Axminster.

Where can I stay near Axminster?

There are 1700+ hotels available in Axminster.

Swanage to Axminster - 4 ways to travel via train, line 40 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swanage to Axminster by bus, train, or car

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Line 40 bus, bus via Weymouth
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wareham Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from Weymouth station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
4h 35m
£15–28
Line 40 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wareham Stationbus 40
2. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
4h 43m
£12–23
Line 40 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wareham Stationbus 40
2. Take the train from Upwey to Yeovil Pen Milltrain
3. Take the train from Yeovil Pen Mill to Axminstertrain
5h 16m
£28–55
Drive 52.4 mi
1. Drive from Swanage to Axminstercar 52.4 mi
1h 14m
£13–19

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Distance: 69.7 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Swanage, England and Axminster, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Trinity Square via Wareham Station, Wareham, Weymouth, Weymouth station, and Bus Station in around 4h 35m.

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