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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Dorset is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Dorset. 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 5h 34m.

How far is it from Bedford to Dorset?

The distance between Bedford and Dorset is 193 miles. The road distance is 149.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Bedford to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Dorset bus from?

Bedford to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Bedford to Dorset?

The best way to get from Bedford to Dorset is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Bedford to Dorset bus arrive?

Bedford to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bedford to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Dorset is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Bedford to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2444+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 3 ways to get from Bedford to Dorset 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
5h 34m
£79–144
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
8h 26m
£32–55
Drive 149.1 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Dorsetcar 149.1 mi
2h 59m
£37–54

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Distance: 192 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 8h 26m.

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