What is the cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Dorchester is to bus which costs £5 - £13 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Dorchester is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Dorchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bournemouth University and arriving at South Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth 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 to Dorchester?

The distance between Bournemouth and Dorchester is 27 miles. The road distance is 27.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Dorchester without a car is to bus which takes 45 min and costs £5 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Bournemouth to Dorchester?

The bus from Bournemouth University to South Station takes 45 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Dorchester bus from?

Bournemouth to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth University station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Dorchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Dorchester is to bus which takes 45 min and costs £5 - £13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £26 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Bournemouth to Dorchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Dorchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Dorchester is 28 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Bournemouth to Dorchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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

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1. Take the bus from Bournemouth University to South Stationbus 035
45 min
£5–13
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain Bournemouth - Weymouth / ...
52 min
£11–26
Drive 27.5 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Dorchestercar 27.5 mi
36 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bournemouth to Dorchestertaxi 27.5 mi
36 min
£120–160

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Distance: 26.8 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

National Express operates a bus from Bournemouth University to South Station twice daily. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from Bournemouth to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £11–26 and the journey takes 52 min.

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