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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Dorchester is to bus and line 376 bus which costs £17 - £30 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at South Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Dorchester West via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Dorchester?

The distance between Birmingham and Dorchester is 170 miles. The road distance is 149.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Birmingham to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Dorchester bus from?

Birmingham to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Dorchester train from?

Birmingham to Dorchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Dorchester is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Birmingham to Dorchester bus arrive?

Birmingham to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Dorchester train arrive?

Birmingham to Dorchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Dorchester is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Birmingham to Dorchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester Westtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Weymouth / ...
4h 31m
£83–137
Bus, line 376 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Museumbus Cr5
7h 7m
£18–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
6h 35m
£45–112
Drive 148.7 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Dorchestercar 148.7 mi
3h 1m
£36–52

Birmingham to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Dorchester West via Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to South Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 35m.

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