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

The cheapest way to get from Cotswolds to Dorset is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cotswolds to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Cotswolds and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Cotswolds to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Kemble and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Reading and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Cotswolds to Dorset?

The distance between Cotswolds and Dorset is 171 miles. The road distance is 89 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cotswolds to Dorset without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 34m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Cotswolds to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cotswolds to Dorset train from?

Cotswolds to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Kemble station.

Where does the Cotswolds to Dorset train arrive?

Cotswolds to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cotswolds to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Cotswolds to Dorset is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Cotswolds to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1597+ hotels available in Dorset.

Cotswolds to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cotswolds to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Kemble to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Moreton (Dorset)train
4h 34m
£115–182
Drive 88.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cotswolds to Dorsetcar 88.5 mi
2h 5m
£22–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus Cr5
8h 47m
£28–52
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
7h
£58–113

Cotswolds to Dorset by foot, bus, and train

5Weekly Services

8h 47mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cotswolds to Dorset via Kemble, Reading, Bournemouth, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 34m.

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