The cheapest and fastest buses from London to Swanage
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Buses per day
42
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from London to Swanage is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Swanage will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 42 buses that leave London for Swanage on Sat, Jun 20, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 163 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
FlixBus10:30 PM2h45London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station1:15 AMBournemouth, Coach Station$101One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:30 PM3h25London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station7:55 PMPoole, Seldown Coach Park$111One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM3h05London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station1:35 AMPoole, Seldown Coach Park$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:15 PM3h40London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station12:55 AMPoole, Seldown Coach Park$121One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:15 PM3h25London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station4:40 PMPoole, Seldown Coach Park$121One-way0 transfers
NX03510:50 PM2h35London, Hammersmith Bridge Road1:25 AMPoole, Seldown Coach Park$251One-way0 transfers
NX03511:25 AM2h45London, Hammersmith Bridge Road2:10 PMPoole, Seldown Coach Park$251One-way0 transfers
FlixBus10:30 PM2h45London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station1:15 AMBournemouth, Coach Station$101One-way0 transfers
NX0359:00 PM2h50London, Victoria Coach Station11:50 PMPoole, Seldown Coach Park$251One-way0 transfers
NX0358:00 AM2h50London, Victoria Coach Station10:50 AMPoole, Seldown Coach Park$251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for London to Swanage
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from London to Swanage among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $63 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Swanage:
A bus is $36 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Swanage costing on average $46 (€37).
Other travel options to Swanage take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 19m.
Tickets start at around $9 (€8) compared to roughly $63 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $54 (€44). The journey takes 3h 19m versus 3h 2m 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 National Express, FlixBus.
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.
London to Swanage Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h31 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Live departures
London to Swanage bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Swanage buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:30 AM London | 3h40 | 11:10 AM Swanage | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM London | 3h05 | 11:05 AM Swanage | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM London | 3h30 | 2:30 PM Swanage | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM London | 3h25 | 8:25 PM Swanage | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM London | 2h45 | 12:15 AM Swanage | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM London | 2h55 | 12:55 AM Swanage | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM London | 2h40 | 1:10 AM Swanage | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
NX035 | 12:30 AM London, Victoria Coach Station | 3h00 | 3:30 AM Poole, Seldown Coach Park | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book London to Swanage buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for National Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Swanage.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Megabus or FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from London to Swanage.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from London to Swanage.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Swanage
Buses from London to Swanage run on average 53 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 47 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:56. The fastest bus covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 53 |
Direct buses 47 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: National Express, Megabus, FlixBus from London to SwanageYou can travel by bus between London to Swanage with National Express, Megabus, FlixBus for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from London to Swanage
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Swanage by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swanage, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Megabus
- Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Megabus
- Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Megabus
- One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Megabus
- Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from London to Swanage
Most London to Swanage buses use the London, Victoria Coach Station to Poole, Seldown Coach Park station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Swanage bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which London station do buses to Swanage leave from?
Getting to London, Victoria Coach Station from London city centre
London, Victoria Coach Station is 2 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London, Victoria Coach Station bus station facilities and services
London, Victoria Coach Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pret a Manger (in the station), Starbucks (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London, Victoria Coach Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London, Victoria Coach Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to London, Victoria Green Line Coach Station from London city centre
Getting to London, Southwark Street / Blackfriars Road from London city centre
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