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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Boscombe is to bus which costs £5 - £14 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Boscombe is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Boscombe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Station station and arriving at Bournemouth Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Boscombe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Bournemouth. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Dorchester to Boscombe?

The distance between Dorchester and Boscombe is 28 miles. The road distance is 29.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Boscombe without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £11 - £26.

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

The train from Dorchester South to Bournemouth takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Boscombe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Boscombe train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Boscombe?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Boscombe is to train which takes 41 min and costs £11 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £14 and takes 1h.

Where does the Dorchester to Boscombe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Boscombe train arrive?

Dorchester to Boscombe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Boscombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Boscombe is 29 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Dorchester to Boscombe.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dorchester to Boscombe?

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Where can I stay near Boscombe?

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Dorchester to Boscombe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Dorchester to Boscombe by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
41 min
£11–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
1h
£5–14
Drive 29.2 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Boscombecar 29.2 mi
40 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Boscombetaxi 29.2 mi
40 min
£130–170
Train via Pokesdown
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Pokesdowntrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
1h
£15–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Pooletrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Palmerston Roadbus m2 / ...
1h 24m
£12–23

Dorchester to Boscombe by train

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Distance: 27.6 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Boscombe, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Dorchester South to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £11–26 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Station to Bournemouth Station twice daily. Tickets cost £5–14 and the journey takes 1h.

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