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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Dorset is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Dorchester South via Manchester Piccadilly and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Bolton to Dorset?

The distance between Bolton and Dorset is 300 miles. The road distance is 234.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 8h 38m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from Bolton to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Dorset bus from?

Bolton to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Dorset train from?

Bolton to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Dorset?

The best way to get from Bolton to Dorset is to train which takes 8h 38m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Bolton to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bolton to Dorset train arrive?

Bolton to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Dorset is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Bolton to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Dorset.

Bolton to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bolton to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
8h 38m
£123–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G4
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
10h 5m
£38–64
Drive 233.3 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Dorsetcar 233.3 mi
4h 33m
£59–85
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
12h 18m
£42–69

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Distance: 298.7 mi
Duration: 8h 38m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Manchester Piccadilly, Bournemouth, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 8h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station in around 10h 5m.

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