Jurassic Coast: Studland to Exmouth Highway

Studland – Old Harry Rocks – Swanage – Corfe – Lulworth – Durdle Door – Weymouth – West Bay – Lyme Regis – Beer – Exmouth

Road Trip Itinerary Overview

Follow the majestic curve of Lyme Bay and the Purbeck coast along 95 miles of the Jurassic Coast Highway (A351 / A353 / B3157 / A3052). Starting at the chalk stacks of Old Harry Rocks in Studland, the route visits the steam-railway town of Swanage, dramatic Corfe Castle, the horseshoe beauty of Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, Chesil Beach, the golden sandstone cliffs of West Bay (Broadchurch), fossil-hunting mecca Lyme Regis, the quaint fishing cove of Beer, and ends at Exmouth's red Triassic cliffs.

England's premier UNESCO natural world heritage drive, tracing 185 million years of geological history across soaring cliffs and fossil coves.

Key Waypoints & Scenic Stops Along the Route

1. Studland Bay & Old Harry Rocks
2. Swanage Victorian Pier & Bay
3. Corfe Castle Ruins
4. Lulworth Cove & Stair Hole
5. Durdle Door Sea Arch
6. Weymouth Harbour & Chesil Beach
7. West Bay Golden Cliffs
8. Lyme Regis & The Cobb
9. Beer Fishing Cove
10. Exmouth Red Triassic Cliffs

Recommended Places to Stay & Overnight Stops

• 🏨 The Pig on the Beach, Studland (Accommodation):
• 🏨 The Alexandra Hotel, Lyme Regis (Accommodation):

Roadside Dining, Historic Pubs & Places to Eat

• 🍴 Bankes Arms, Studland (Isle of Purbeck Ciders & Hand-Pressed Burgers):
• 🍴 The Crab House Cafe, Wyke Regis (Portland Oysters, Brown Crab & Turbot):
• 🍴 The Hive Beach Cafe, Burton Bradstock (Whole Lyme Bay Dressed Crab & Fish Soups):
• 🍴 The Town Mill Bakery, Lyme Regis (Wild Yeast Sourdough, Shakshuka & Pastries):

EV Charging Stations & Rapid Hubs

• ⚡ InstaVolt Swanage Central:
• ⚡ GRIDSERVE Weymouth Seafront:
• ⚡ SWARCO Lyme Regis Woodmead:

Fuel, Petrol Stations & Rest Services

• ⛽ Wareham By-pass Services (A351):
• ⛽ Bridport Esso Expressway (A35):

Essential Driving Tips & Seasonal Advice

• Fossil hunting is best along the beaches between Charmouth and Lyme Regis after a winter tide. Never hammer into cliffs as rockfalls occur regularly.
• The B3157 between Weymouth and Bridport is nicknamed the 'Jurassic Coast Highway'—it offers spectacular switchbacks and sea panoramas.
• Parking at Durdle Door is strictly private estate parking; book your ticket in advance during summer months.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Jurassic Coast: Studland to Exmouth Highway road trip and what are the main stops?

Jurassic Coast: Studland to Exmouth Highway covers 95 miles (153 km) over 2-3 Days, rated Easy. It starts at Studland and finishes at Exmouth, passing through Studland Bay & Old Harry Rocks, Swanage Victorian Pier & Bay, Corfe Castle Ruins, Lulworth Cove & Stair Hole, Durdle Door Sea Arch, Weymouth Harbour & Chesil Beach, West Bay Golden Cliffs, Lyme Regis & The Cobb, Beer Fishing Cove, Exmouth Red Triassic Cliffs.

Where are the EV charging stations on Jurassic Coast: Studland to Exmouth Highway?

InstaVolt Swanage Central: Fast EV charging available. GRIDSERVE Weymouth Seafront: Fast EV charging available. SWARCO Lyme Regis Woodmead: Fast EV charging available.

Where are the best places to stay along Jurassic Coast: Studland to Exmouth Highway?

The Pig on the Beach, Studland (Stay): The Alexandra Hotel, Lyme Regis (Stay):