Sandbanks Ferry – Sandbanks Ferry loop from Swanage

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Sandbanks Ferry – Sandbanks Ferry loop from Swanage

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Sandbanks Ferry – Sandbanks Ferry loop from Swanage

02:17

34.5km

330m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 19, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 8.37 km for 183 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.65 km

Round Down

Forest

5.36 km

View of Studland Bay from Ballard Down

Highlight • Trail

It's a bit of a climb from Old Harry Rocks - but well worth it. Enjoy the descent down to Swanage (front suspension recommended!)

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6.35 km

Coastal Path Between Studland Bay and Swanage Bay

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Flattening above the mountain until reaching the cliff.

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8.55 km

View of Old Harry Rocks and the Sea

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

Beautiful track up to Old Harry Rocks - with stunning views across the water

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11.6 km

Studland Bay

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Studland has a long stretch of stunning sandy beach, which can be accessed off of Ferry Road at Shell Bay, Knoll Beach, Middle Beach and South Beach (north to south). …

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15.3 km

Beach

15.6 km

Sandbanks Ferry

Highlight • Structure

Only £1 to cross by bike. The ferry runs from 7am until 11pm, typically every 20 minutes.

Check out more at sandbanksferry.co.uk/timetable.php

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15.9 km

Sandbanks Ferry

Highlight • Rest Area

Sandbanks Ferry carries passengers and vehicles between Sandbanks and Studland. You can travel with your bike for just £1.

Boats leave from Sandbanks every 20 minutes from 7am until 11pm. Check if the service is running beforehand though: sandbanksferry.co.uk

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18.5 km

Flaghead Chine Beach

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A fine sandy, gently sloping beach with clear water and views over the Purbeck Hills. A quieter alternative to the rest of Sandbanks and Bournemouth beach.

In the distance you …

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