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

The cheapest way to get from Buxton to Dorset is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buxton to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Buxton and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Buxton to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Buxton and arriving at Dorchester South via Stockport, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Buxton to Dorset?

The distance between Buxton and Dorset is 340 miles. The road distance is 206.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buxton to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 37m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Buxton to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Dorset bus from?

Buxton to Dorset bus services, operated by High Peak, depart from Terrace Road station.

Where do I catch the Buxton to Dorset train from?

Buxton to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stockport station.

Train or bus from Buxton to Dorset?

The best way to get from Buxton to Dorset is to train via London which takes 7h 37m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the Buxton to Dorset bus arrive?

Buxton to Dorset bus services, operated by High Peak, arrive at Manchester Airport The Station.

Where does the Buxton to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Buxton to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Buxton to Dorset is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Buxton to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Buxton and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Buxton to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Terrace Road and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Manchester Airport, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to London Eustontrain Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
7h 37m
£113–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terrace Road to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 199
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
12h 28m
£47–76
Drive 205.1 mi
1. Drive from Buxton to Dorsetcar 205.1 mi
4h 18m
£52–74
Train
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
8h 34m
£116–187
Train #2
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
9h 26m
£108–175

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Distance: 338 mi
Duration: 7h 37m

What companies run services between Buxton, Derbyshire, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Buxton to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Stockport, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terrace Road to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Manchester Airport, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 12h 28m.

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