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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Benson is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Benson is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Benson?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Benson. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Marina via Station Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Benson?

The distance between Dorchester and Benson is 121 miles. The road distance is 97.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Benson without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 46m and costs £40 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Dorchester to Benson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Benson bus from?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Benson bus arrive?

Dorchester to Benson bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at The Malls station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Benson?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Benson is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Dorchester to Benson.

Where can I stay near Benson?

There are 1760+ hotels available in Benson.

Dorchester to Benson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 33 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dorchester to Benson by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Basingstoketrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Marinabus X40 / ...
3h 46m
£45–100
Drive 96.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Bensoncar 96.7 mi
2h 10m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to The Mallsbus 035
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Marinabus X40 / ...
4h 4m
£25–59
Train, bus via Bournemouth
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Station Road to Marinabus X40
4h 5m
£54–90
Train, line 33 bus
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bath Spatrain
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Didcot Parkwaytrain
3. Take the bus from Parkway Station to High Streetbus 33A / ...
4h 6m
£57–106

Dorchester to Benson by train and bus

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4h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.7 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a bus from South Station to Marina via The Malls, Basingstoke, Reading, and Station Road in around 4h 4m.

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