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

The cheapest way to get from Chelsea to Dorchester is to bus and train which costs £24 - £50 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelsea to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Chelsea and Dorchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at South Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Chelsea and Dorchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Dorchester South. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Chelsea to Dorchester?

The distance between Chelsea and Dorchester is 136 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chelsea to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £55 - £130.

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

The train from London Waterloo Station to Dorchester South takes 2h 46m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chelsea to Dorchester bus from?

Chelsea to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Chelsea to Dorchester train from?

Chelsea to Dorchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Chelsea to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Chelsea to Dorchester is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Chelsea to Dorchester bus arrive?

Chelsea to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Station.

Where does the Chelsea to Dorchester train arrive?

Chelsea to Dorchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Dorchester South station.

Can I drive from Chelsea to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelsea to Dorchester is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Chelsea to Dorchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chelsea to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1714+ hotels available in Dorchester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
2h 46m
£55–130
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain Bournemouth - Weymouth / ...
4h 48m
£24–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Stationbus 035
4h 10m
£25–60
Drive 123 mi
1. Drive from Chelsea to Dorchestercar 123 mi
2h 18m
£30–43

Chelsea to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 134.9 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to South Station twice daily. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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