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

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Dorset is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dartford to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dartford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Dartford station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from London Green Line Coach Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Dartford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Dartford and arriving at Dorchester South via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Dartford to Dorset?

The distance between Dartford and Dorset is 158 miles. The road distance is 142.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dartford to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Dartford to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Dorset bus from?

Dartford to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Green Line Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Dorset train from?

Dartford to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Dartford to Dorset?

The best way to get from Dartford to Dorset is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Dartford to Dorset bus arrive?

Dartford to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Poole Seldown Coach Station.

Where does the Dartford to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dartford to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to Dorset is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Dartford to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 3 ways to get from Dartford to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 13m
£53–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
8h 17m
£25–41
Drive 141.7 mi
1. Drive from Dartford to Dorsetcar 141.7 mi
2h 32m
£36–52

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Distance: 156.9 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £13–21 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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