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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dorchester is to bus and line 376 bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at The Museum via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Dorchester West via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dorchester?

The distance between Cardiff and Dorchester is 118 miles. The road distance is 104 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Cardiff to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dorchester bus from?

Cardiff to Dorchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dorchester train from?

Cardiff to Dorchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dorchester is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 376 bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dorchester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Dorchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Dorchester train arrive?

Cardiff to Dorchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dorchester is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Cardiff to Dorchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Cardiff to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 376 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Westbury (Wilts)train Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Dorchester Westtrain Swindon - Weymouth / ...
3h 47m
£53–101
Bus, line 376 bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Museumbus Cr5
6h 33m
£13–22
Drive 103.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dorchestercar 103.4 mi
2h 22m
£26–37
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester Westtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Weymouth / ...
3h 55m
£50–102

Cardiff to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 117.5 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Dorchester West via Westbury (Wilts) in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to The Museum via Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 33m.

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