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

The cheapest way to get from Chatham to Dorchester is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chatham to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Chatham and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Chatham to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Dorchester South via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Chatham to Dorchester?

The distance between Chatham and Dorchester is 168 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chatham to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Chatham to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatham to Dorchester train from?

Chatham to Dorchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Chatham station.

Where does the Chatham to Dorchester train arrive?

Chatham to Dorchester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Chatham to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatham to Dorchester is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Chatham to Dorchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1710+ hotels available in Dorchester.

Chatham to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Bridgetrain Rainham / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 44m
£72–163
Drive 156.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chatham to Dorchestercar 156.8 mi
2h 48m
£38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
6h 59m
£41–82
Train via Winchester
1. Take the train from Chatham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Winchestertrain
3. Take the train from Winchester to Dorchester Southtrain
4h 50m
£73–163

Chatham to Dorchester by train and bus

206Weekly Services

4h 44mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Chatham to Dorchester South via London Bridge, London Bridge Station, Waterloo Station / York Road, and London Waterloo in around 4h 44m.

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