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

The cheapest way to get from Blackburn to Dorset is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackburn to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Blackburn and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackburn station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Blackburn and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Blackburn to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Blackburn and arriving at Dorchester South via Preston, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Blackburn to Dorset?

The distance between Blackburn and Dorset is 364 miles. The road distance is 247.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackburn to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 41m and costs £95 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Blackburn to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Dorset bus from?

Blackburn to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Blackburn to Dorset train from?

Blackburn to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackburn to Dorset?

The best way to get from Blackburn to Dorset is to train via London which takes 7h 41m and costs £95 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 55m.

Where does the Blackburn to Dorset bus arrive?

Blackburn to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Blackburn to Dorset train arrive?

Blackburn to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Blackburn to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackburn to Dorset is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Blackburn to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2447+ hotels available in Dorset.

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
7h 41m
£96–229
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G4
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
10h 55m
£43–69
Drive 245.8 mi
1. Drive from Blackburn to Dorsetcar 245.8 mi
4h 59m
£62–89
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
9h 32m
£129–208
Train via Wolverhampton
1. Take the train from Preston to Wolverhamptontrain
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Dorchester Southtrain
10h 26m
£121–212

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Distance: 362.1 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a train from Blackburn to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and Trinity Street in around 7h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station in around 10h 55m.

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