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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Bedford is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Bedford is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Bedford?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Bedford. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at St Paul's Square via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Bedford?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Bedford. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Bedford via Waterloo Station and West Hampstead Thameslink. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Bedford?

The distance between Dorchester and Bedford is 188 miles. The road distance is 153.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Bedford without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £80 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Dorchester to Bedford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Bedford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Bedford train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Bedford?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Bedford is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Dorchester to Bedford bus arrive?

Dorchester to Bedford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Dorchester to Bedford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Bedford?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Bedford is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Dorchester to Bedford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from West Hampstead Thameslink to Bedfordtrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
4h 2m
£85–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
4. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to St Paul's Squarebus Mk1
6h 40m
£33–81
Drive 152.7 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Bedfordcar 152.7 mi
3h 3m
£37–54

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Distance: 186.7 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Bedford, England?

You can take a train from Dorchester South to Bedford via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo Station, West Hampstead station, and West Hampstead Thameslink in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to St Paul's Square via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Luton Station Interchange in around 6h 40m.

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