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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Chesterfield is to bus which costs £40 - £90 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Chesterfield is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Chesterfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Chesterfield station. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Chesterfield Coach Station via Bournemouth Station and London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Chesterfield?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Chesterfield. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Chesterfield via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Chesterfield?

The distance between Dorchester and Chesterfield is 291 miles. The road distance is 212.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Chesterfield without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 18m and costs £130 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Dorchester to Chesterfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Chesterfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Chesterfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Chesterfield?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Chesterfield is to train via London which takes 5h 18m and costs £130 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Dorchester to Chesterfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Chesterfield train arrive?

Dorchester to Chesterfield train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Chesterfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Chesterfield is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Dorchester to Chesterfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Chesterfield?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Chesterfieldtrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield
5h 18m
£132–253
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Chesterfield Coach Stationbus
8h 7m
£42–88
Drive 211.4 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Chesterfieldcar 211.4 mi
4h 16m
£51–74
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Chesterfieldtrain
5h 37m
£126–259
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Chesterfieldtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 27m
£116–187

Dorchester to Chesterfield by train

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Distance: 289.4 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester South to Chesterfield via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to Chesterfield Coach Station via Bournemouth Station and London Heathrow Airport in around 8h 7m.

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