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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £5 - £13 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Bournemouth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Station station and arriving at Bournemouth University. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Bournemouth?

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 Bournemouth?

The distance between Dorchester and Bournemouth is 28 miles. The road distance is 27.7 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Bournemouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Bournemouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Bournemouth is to train which takes 41 min and costs £11 - £26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £13 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Dorchester to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Dorchester to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth University station.

Where does the Dorchester to Bournemouth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Bournemouth is 28 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Dorchester to Bournemouth.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Bournemouth 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 Universitybus 035
45 min
£5–13
Drive 27.5 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Bournemouthcar 27.5 mi
37 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Bournemouthtaxi 27.5 mi
37 min
£120–160

Dorchester to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 27.6 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Bournemouth, 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 University twice daily. Tickets cost £5–13 and the journey takes 45 min.

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