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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Dorset is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from West Croydon Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Dorset. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Clapham Junction and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Croydon to Dorset?

The distance between Croydon and Dorset is 140 miles. The road distance is 119.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Croydon to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Dorset bus from?

Croydon to Dorset bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Dorset train from?

Croydon to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Croydon to Dorset?

The best way to get from Croydon to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Croydon to Dorset bus arrive?

Croydon to Dorset bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Croydon to Dorset train arrive?

Croydon to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Dorset is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Croydon to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2502+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 5 ways to get from Croydon to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 19m
£66–151
Drive 119.2 mi
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1. Drive from Croydon to Dorsetcar 119.2 mi
2h 23m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
7h 3m
Train via Winchester
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Winchestertrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 25m
£51–116
Train #2
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 55m
£57–143

Croydon to Dorset by train and bus

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from East Croydon to Dorset via Clapham Junction, Basingstoke, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station in around 7h 3m.

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