What is the cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Aberdeen?

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Aberdeen is to bus which costs £85 - £180 and takes 18h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorchester to Aberdeen?

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Aberdeen is to train and fly which takes 5h 52m and costs £110 - £300.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Aberdeen station. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Union Square Bus Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Aberdeen?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Aberdeen. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Aberdeen via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Aberdeen?

The distance between Dorchester and Aberdeen is 500 miles. The road distance is 550.7 miles.

How do I travel from Dorchester to Aberdeen without a car?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Aberdeen without a car is to train via London which takes 10h 41m and costs £220 - £440.

How long does it take to get from Dorchester to Aberdeen?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Dorchester to Aberdeen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Aberdeen bus from?

Dorchester to Aberdeen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Aberdeen train from?

Dorchester to Aberdeen train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Dorchester South station.

Train or bus from Dorchester to Aberdeen?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Aberdeen is to train via London which takes 10h 41m and costs £220 - £440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £85 - £180 and takes 18h 30m.

Where does the Dorchester to Aberdeen bus arrive?

Dorchester to Aberdeen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dorchester to Aberdeen train arrive?

Dorchester to Aberdeen train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Aberdeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Aberdeen is 551 miles. It takes approximately 9h 41m to drive from Dorchester to Aberdeen.

How do I get a train ticket from Dorchester to Aberdeen?

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Where can I stay near Aberdeen?

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Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BRS - ABZ
5h 52m
£112–297
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Union Square Bus Stationbus Ukn11
18h 30m
£86–171
Train via London
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeentrain
10h 41m
£227–433
Drive 547.5 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Aberdeencar 547.5 mi
9h 41m
£132–191
Train, bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LHR - ABZ
6h 13m
£99–418
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Winchestertrain
2. Take the train from Winchester to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane LGW - ABZ
6h 46m
£121–315
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
8h 30m
£123–300
Train, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham Internationaltrain
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)plane BHX - ABZ
7h 34m
£171–353
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Aberdeentrain Plymouth - Aberdeen / ...
12h 17m
£336–497
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Aberdeentrain
13h 52m
£208–364

Dorchester to Aberdeen by train

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Distance: 497.2 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Dorchester South to Aberdeen via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 10h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to Union Square Bus Station via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 18h 30m.

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