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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Dorset is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterfield and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterfield station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chesterfield and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Chesterfield to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Dorset?

The distance between Chesterfield and Dorset is 291 miles. The road distance is 209.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 42m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Chesterfield to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Dorset train from?

Chesterfield to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Chesterfield station.

Train or bus from Chesterfield to Dorset?

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 42m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Chesterfield to Dorset bus arrive?

Chesterfield to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Chesterfield to Dorset train arrive?

Chesterfield to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Chesterfield to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to Dorset is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Chesterfield to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2447+ hotels available in Dorset.

Chesterfield to Dorset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Chesterfield to Dorset by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 42m
£130–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G33
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
8h 50m
£29–51
Drive 208.1 mi
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Dorsetcar 208.1 mi
4h 10m
£52–75
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
7h 14m
£124–281
Train
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
7h 26m
£106–175
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Chesterfield Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn02
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
10h 19m
£31–47

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU) flights

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Distance: 289.5 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a train from Chesterfield to Dorset via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station in around 8h 50m.

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