What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester is to bus which costs £5 - £14 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth (Station) and Dorchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bournemouth Station station and arriving at South Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth (Station) and Dorchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Dorchester South. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester?

The distance between Bournemouth (Station) and Dorchester is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester?

The train from Bournemouth to Dorchester South takes 52 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester bus from?

Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester train from?

Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester is to train which takes 52 min and costs £11 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £14 and takes 55 min.

Where does the Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester bus arrive?

Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Station.

Where does the Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester train arrive?

Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Dorchester South station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester is 28 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1716+ hotels available in Dorchester.

Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain Bournemouth - Weymouth / ...
52 min
£11–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to South Stationbus 035
55 min
£5–14
Drive 28.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchestercar 28.3 mi
38 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchestertaxi 28.3 mi
38 min
£60–75

Bournemouth (Station) to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 27.6 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Bournemouth (Station), England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £11–26 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bournemouth Station to South Station twice daily. Tickets cost £5–14 and the journey takes 55 min.

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