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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Swanage
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Swanage is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Swanage will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 1 trains that leave Brighton for Swanage every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 5 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.
8:433h05Brighton11:48Swanage£381One-way0 changes
- 8:433h05Brighton11:48Swanage£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Brighton to Swanage
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Swanage among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 131 km
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3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Swanage
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Trains from Brighton to Swanage run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 10:13, the last at 13:13. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 10:13 |
Last train 13:13 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Southern from Brighton to Swanage trainsSouthern trains will get you between Brighton and Swanage from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Brighton to Swanage train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Swanage by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Swanage, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Brighton and Swanage
Most Brighton to Swanage trains use the Brighton to Wareham station pair. Use this guide to compare Brighton and Swanage train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Brighton station do trains to Swanage leave from?
Getting to Brighton from Brighton city centre
Brighton train station facilities and services
Brighton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Grand Central, The Cyclist
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Brighton. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Brighton. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Brighton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Brighton: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Brighton: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Jurys Inn Brighton, Ibis Brighton City Centre, My Brighton Hotel.
Most popular train connections from Brighton
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