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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Dover is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Dover is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Dover. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Pencester Road via London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Dover. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Dover Priory via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Dover?

The distance between Dorchester and Dover is 216 miles. The road distance is 192.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 47m and costs £95 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Dorchester to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Dover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Dover train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Dover?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Dover is to train via London which takes 4h 47m and costs £95 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Dorchester to Dover bus arrive?

Dorchester to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dorchester to Dover train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Dover is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Dorchester to Dover.

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

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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 Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 47m
£97–213
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
7h 59m
£42–99
Drive 191.4 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Dovercar 191.4 mi
3h 19m
£47–67
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 17m
£91–205
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain
3. Take the bus from Brighton Station to Railway Stationbus 12X / ...
4. Take the train from Eastbourne to Ashford Internationaltrain
7h 28m
£91–190

Dorchester to Dover by train and foot

108Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 214.6 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester South to Dover Priory via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to Pencester Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 7h 59m.

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