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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Dorset is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 30m.

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 30m 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 Shiffnall Street and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 7m.

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 Moreton (Dorset) via Manchester Piccadilly, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Bolton to Dorset?

The distance between Bolton and Dorset is 333 miles. The road distance is 235.7 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 via London which takes 6h 17m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m 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 Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Dorset train from?

Bolton to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Dorset?

The best way to get from Bolton to Dorset is to train via London which takes 6h 17m and costs £130 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £160 and takes 12h 7m.

Where does the Bolton to Dorset bus arrive?

Bolton to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bolton to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolton to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Dorset is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Bolton to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2506+ hotels available in Dorset.

Bolton to Dorset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Bolton to Dorset by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 17m
£135–264
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
11h 26m
£57–115
Drive 234.4 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Dorsetcar 234.4 mi
4h 30m
£57–83
Fly, train, bus
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Pooletrain
3. Take the bus from Poole station to Tescobus
4. Take the bus from Tesco to Furzehillbus
6h 19m
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
9h 18m
£158–243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
12h 7m
£62–152

Bolton to Dorset by bus, train, and foot

35Weekly Services

11h 26mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 330.8 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a train from Bolton to Dorset via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shiffnall Street to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 12h 7m.

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