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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Bridgwater is to bus and line 376 bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Bridgwater is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Bridgwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Bridgwater station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Crispin Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Bridgwater?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Bridgwater. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Bridgwater via Castle Cary and Taunton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Bridgwater?

The distance between Dorchester and Bridgwater is 71 miles. The road distance is 45.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Bridgwater without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Dorchester to Bridgwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Bridgwater bus from?

Dorchester to Bridgwater bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Trinity Street station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Bridgwater train from?

Dorchester to Bridgwater train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Dorchester West station.

Train or bus from Dorchester to Bridgwater?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Bridgwater is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 376 bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Dorchester to Bridgwater bus arrive?

Dorchester to Bridgwater bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorchester to Bridgwater train arrive?

Dorchester to Bridgwater train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Bridgwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Bridgwater is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Dorchester to Bridgwater.

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

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Dorchester to Bridgwater - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 376 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Castle Carytrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Tauntontrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 52m
£32–60
Bus, line 376 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Crispin Hallbus 376
3. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Bus Stationbus 375
4h 19m
£9–14
Drive 45.5 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Bridgwatercar 45.5 mi
1h 9m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Bridgwatertaxi 45.5 mi
1h 9m
£95–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Top O Town to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
4h 38m

Dorchester to Bridgwater by train

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Distance: 70.9 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Bridgwater via Castle Cary and Taunton in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Street to Bus Station via Bus Station and Crispin Hall in around 4h 19m.

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