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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Dorset is to bus which costs £55 - £100 and takes 11h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Dorset is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Dorset. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Preston, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Dorset?

The distance between Blackpool and Dorset is 364 miles. The road distance is 264.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 29m and costs £110 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Blackpool to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Dorset bus from?

Blackpool to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Dorset?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Dorset is to train via London which takes 6h 29m and costs £110 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Blackpool to Dorset bus arrive?

Blackpool to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Dorset is 265 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Blackpool to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2454+ hotels available in Dorset.

Blackpool to Dorset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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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 Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 29m
£112–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
11h 10m
£57–98
Drive 263.4 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Dorsetcar 263.4 mi
5h 4m
£65–94
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Brockenhursttrain
3. Take the train from Brockenhurst to Weymouthtrain
10h 28m
£136–233
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
10h 44m
£113–204

Blackpool to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 362.4 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Dorset via Preston, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and South Station in around 11h 10m.

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