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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Bristol is to bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Bristol is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Trinity Street and arriving at Christmas Steps via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Bristol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Bristol?

The distance between Dorchester and Bristol is 80 miles. The road distance is 63 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Bristol without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £70.

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

The train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meads takes 2h 9m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Bristol bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Bristol train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Bristol?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Bristol is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Dorchester to Bristol bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Bristol train arrive?

Dorchester to Bristol train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Bristol is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Dorchester to Bristol.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Dorchester to Bristol by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 9m
£35–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Christmas Stepsbus 376
4h 37m
£8–10
Drive 62.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Bristolcar 62.6 mi
1h 32m
£16–22

Dorchester to Bristol by train

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Distance: 79.7 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meads every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Street to Christmas Steps via Bus Station in around 4h 37m.

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