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

The cheapest way to get from Carshalton to Dorset is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carshalton to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carshalton and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Carshalton to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Carshalton High Street and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Carshalton and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Carshalton to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Carshalton and arriving at Dorchester South via Clapham Junction and Woking. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Carshalton to Dorset?

The distance between Carshalton and Dorset is 145 miles. The road distance is 116.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carshalton to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Carshalton to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carshalton to Dorset bus from?

Carshalton to Dorset bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Carshalton High Street station.

Where do I catch the Carshalton to Dorset train from?

Carshalton to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Carshalton to Dorset?

The best way to get from Carshalton to Dorset is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Carshalton to Dorset bus arrive?

Carshalton to Dorset bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Carshalton to Dorset train arrive?

Carshalton to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Woking station.

Can I drive from Carshalton to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Carshalton to Dorset is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Carshalton to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Wokingtrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Woking to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 11m
£51–107
Drive 115.4 mi
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1. Drive from Carshalton to Dorsetcar 115.4 mi
2h 15m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carshalton High Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
6h 51m
Train via Basingstoke
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 37m
£49–111
Bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Carshalton High Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
8h 36m

Carshalton to Dorset by train and bus

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Distance: 144.4 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Carshalton to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Clapham Junction, Woking, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carshalton High Street to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station in around 6h 51m.

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