What is the cheapest way to get from Chester Zoo to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Chester Zoo to Dorchester is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester Zoo to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Chester Zoo to Dorchester is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Chester Zoo and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester Zoo to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Zoo Main Entrance and arriving at South Station via Chester Bus Interchange, Pool Meadow Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Chester Zoo and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Chester Zoo to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Dorchester West via Newport (S Wales) and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Chester Zoo to Dorchester?

The distance between Chester Zoo and Dorchester is 248 miles. The road distance is 212.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chester Zoo to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Chester Zoo to Dorchester without a car is to train via Newport which takes 7h 54m and costs £100 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Chester Zoo to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Chester Zoo to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester Zoo to Dorchester bus from?

Chester Zoo to Dorchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester Zoo to Dorchester train from?

Chester Zoo to Dorchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Train or bus from Chester Zoo to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Chester Zoo to Dorchester is to train via Newport which takes 7h 54m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 10h 31m.

Where does the Chester Zoo to Dorchester bus arrive?

Chester Zoo to Dorchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coventry station.

Where does the Chester Zoo to Dorchester train arrive?

Chester Zoo to Dorchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Chester Zoo to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester Zoo to Dorchester is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Chester Zoo to Dorchester.

Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1714+ hotels available in Dorchester.

Chester Zoo to Dorchester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromChester Zoo to Dorchester

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 7 ways to get from Chester Zoo to Dorchester by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester Westtrain
7h 54m
£102–190
Drive 211 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester Zoo to Dorchestercar 211 mi
4h 26m
£51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coventrybus
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 460
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
10h 31m
£55–126
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Dorchester Southtrain
6h 16m
£117–248
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Staffordtrain
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
8h 1m
£129–216
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Woking to Dorchester Southtrain
8h 16m
£122–388
Fly Liverpool to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester Westtrain
9h 19m
£93–214

Chester Zoo to Dorchester by foot, bus, and train

52Weekly Services

7h 54mAverage Duration

£102Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chester Zoo to Dorchester.

Launch map view

Distance: 246.1 mi
Duration: 7h 54m

What companies run services between Chester Zoo, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a vehicle from Chester Zoo to Dorchester West via Zoo Main Entrance, Railway Station, Chester, Newport (S Wales), and Bristol Temple Meads in around 7h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Chester Zoo to South Station via Zoo Main Entrance, Chester Bus Interchange, Pool Meadow Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 31m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.