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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Dawlish is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Dawlish is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Lanherne via Bus Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Dawlish via Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Dawlish?

The distance between Dorchester and Dawlish is 103 miles. The road distance is 63.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Dorchester to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Dawlish bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Dawlish train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Dawlish is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Dorchester to Dawlish bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Dawlish train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Dawlish is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Dorchester to Dawlish.

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

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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Dorchester to Dawlish - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 2 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Dawlish 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 Dawlishtrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
2h 54m
£45–87
Drive 62.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Dawlishcar 62.9 mi
1h 26m
£16–22
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
3h 56m
Bus, line 2 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 Lanhernebus 2
5h 39m

Dorchester to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 102.3 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Dawlish via Castle Cary in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Top O Town to Lanherne via Bus Station, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 39m.

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