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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Buckfastleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh station. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Station Approach via Bus Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Buckfastleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Totnes via Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh?

The distance between Dorchester and Buckfastleigh is 126 miles. The road distance is 75.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Buckfastleigh bus from?

Dorchester to Buckfastleigh bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Buckfastleigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Dorchester to Buckfastleigh bus arrive?

Dorchester to Buckfastleigh bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Dorchester to Buckfastleigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Buckfastleigh is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh.

Where can I stay near Buckfastleigh?

There are 2876+ hotels available in Buckfastleigh.

Dorchester to Buckfastleigh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Buckfastleigh by train, bus, or car

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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 Totnestrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
4h 8m
£51–104
Drive 75.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Buckfastleighcar 75.1 mi
1h 29m
£19–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
5h 4m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Approachbus 38
6h 28m

Dorchester to Buckfastleigh by train and bus

40Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.1 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Station Approach via Castle Cary, Totnes, and Station Road in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Top O Town to Station Approach via Bus Station, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 28m.

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