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

The cheapest way to get from Chelmsford to Dorset is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 7h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelmsford to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chelmsford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelmsford station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chelmsford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Chelmsford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Chelmsford and arriving at Dorchester South via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Chelmsford to Dorset?

The distance between Chelmsford and Dorset is 176 miles. The road distance is 154.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Chelmsford to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Dorset bus from?

Chelmsford to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Chelmsford to Dorset train from?

Chelmsford to Dorset train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Chelmsford station.

Train or bus from Chelmsford to Dorset?

The best way to get from Chelmsford to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 7h 58m.

Where does the Chelmsford to Dorset bus arrive?

Chelmsford to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Chelmsford to Dorset train arrive?

Chelmsford to Dorset train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Chelmsford to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelmsford to Dorset is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Chelmsford to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 3 ways to get from Chelmsford to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chelmsford to Stratford (London)train Clacton-on-Sea - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 59m
£62–134
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
7h 58m
£28–53
Drive 153.2 mi
1. Drive from Chelmsford to Dorsetcar 153.2 mi
3h 17m
£39–56

Chelmsford to Dorset by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 174.8 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Chelmsford to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 7h 58m.

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