4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bournemouth to Swanage
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
57 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
14 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bournemouth to Swanage is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Swanage will cost around $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 14 buses that leave Bournemouth for Swanage on Tue, Jun 23, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 23 the direct buses cover the 14 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Tue, Jun 23 the slowest buses will take 1 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:09 AM0h55Bournemouth8:04 AMMowlem Court$41One-way0 transfers- 8:09 AM0h55Bournemouth9:04 AMMowlem Court$41One-way0 transfers
- 9:06 AM1h01Bournemouth10:07 AMMowlem Court$41One-way0 transfers
- 9:46 AM1h01Bournemouth10:47 AMMowlem Court$41One-way0 transfers
- 10:46 AM1h01Bournemouth11:47 AMMowlem Court$41One-way0 transfers
- 7:09 AM0h55Bournemouth8:04 AMMowlem Court$41One-way0 transfers
- 8:09 AM0h55Bournemouth9:04 AMMowlem Court$41One-way0 transfers
- 6:46 PM0h58Bournemouth7:44 PMMowlem Court$41One-way0 transfers
- 7:46 PM0h58Bournemouth8:44 PMMowlem Court$41One-way0 transfers
- 9:06 AM1h01Bournemouth10:07 AMMowlem Court$41One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Bournemouth to Swanage
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Swanage among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $4.
Distance: 8 miles (14 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $4 (€3) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 1h 0m versus 52m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by More Bus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Bournemouth to Swanage Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 07:09AM | Arrival Time 08:04AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 08:09AM | Arrival Time 09:04AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 09:06AM | Arrival Time 10:07AM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 09:46AM | Arrival Time 10:47AM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 10:46AM | Arrival Time 11:47AM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 11:46AM | Arrival Time 12:47PM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 12:46PM | Arrival Time 01:47PM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 01:46PM | Arrival Time 02:47PM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 02:46PM | Arrival Time 03:47PM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 03:46PM | Arrival Time 04:47PM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 04:46PM | Arrival Time 05:47PM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 05:46PM | Arrival Time 06:47PM | Duration 1h01 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 06:46PM | Arrival Time 07:44PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator More Bus | Departure Time 07:46PM | Arrival Time 08:44PM | Duration 0h58 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
Live departures
Bournemouth to Swanage bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Swanage buses for today, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:09 AM Bournemouth | 0h55 | 8:04 AM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:09 AM Bournemouth | 0h55 | 9:04 AM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:06 AM Bournemouth | 1h01 | 10:07 AM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:46 AM Bournemouth | 1h01 | 10:47 AM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:46 AM Bournemouth | 1h01 | 11:47 AM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:46 AM Bournemouth | 1h01 | 12:47 PM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:46 PM Bournemouth | 1h01 | 1:47 PM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:46 PM Bournemouth | 1h01 | 2:47 PM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:46 PM Bournemouth | 1h01 | 3:47 PM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:46 PM Bournemouth | 1h01 | 4:47 PM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:46 PM Bournemouth | 1h01 | 5:47 PM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:46 PM Bournemouth | 1h01 | 6:47 PM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:46 PM Bournemouth | 0h58 | 7:44 PM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:46 PM Bournemouth | 0h58 | 8:44 PM Mowlem Court | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Bournemouth to Swanage
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Buses from Bournemouth to Swanage run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:09, the last at 19:46. The fastest bus covers the 8 miles (14 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 8 miles (14 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 7:09 AM |
Last bus 7:46 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: More Bus from Bournemouth to SwanageYou can travel by bus between Bournemouth to Swanage with More Bus for as low as $4 (€3). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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