What is the cheapest way to get from Bedford to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Dorchester is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bedford to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at South Station via Airport Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Dorchester South via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Bedford to Dorchester?

The distance between Bedford and Dorchester is 188 miles. The road distance is 153.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bedford to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Bedford to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £80 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Bedford to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Bedford to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Dorchester bus from?

Bedford to Dorchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, depart from St Paul's Square station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Dorchester train from?

Bedford to Dorchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Bedford to Dorchester is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £80 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Bedford to Dorchester bus arrive?

Bedford to Dorchester bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Dorchester train arrive?

Bedford to Dorchester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at West Hampstead Thameslink station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Dorchester is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Bedford to Dorchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Bedford to Dorchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bedford to Dorchester?

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Bedford to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bedford to Dorchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 20m
£83–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
6h 42m
£33–80
Drive 153 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Dorchestercar 153 mi
3h 2m
£37–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Green Line Coach Stationbus 757
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
8h 47m
£36–63

Bedford to Dorchester by train and subway

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4h 20mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.7 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Bedford, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Bedford to Dorchester South via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Paul's Square to South Station via Airport Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 42m.

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