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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Halifax is to bus and train which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Halifax is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Halifax?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Halifax. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Godley Bridge via London Victoria and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Halifax?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Halifax via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Halifax?

The distance between Dorchester and Halifax is 342 miles. The road distance is 252.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Halifax without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 16m and costs £120 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Dorchester to Halifax, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Halifax bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Halifax train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Halifax?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Halifax is to train via London which takes 6h 16m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 10h 33m.

Where does the Dorchester to Halifax bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Halifax train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Halifax is 253 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Dorchester to Halifax.

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

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Where can I stay near Halifax?

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Dorchester to Halifax - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Dorchester to Halifax by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 King's Cross to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
6h 16m
£124–234
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
4. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
10h 29m
£39–68
Drive 251.4 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Halifaxcar 251.4 mi
5h 7m
£61–88
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
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 Victoria to Halifaxtrain
5h 27m
£111–245
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 10m
£152–239
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
10h 33m
£48–101
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
6h 34m
£148–352
Train, bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
7h 5m
£96–340
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
7h 47m
£106–246
Train, train to Exeter, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Halifaxtrain
7h 28m
£134–270

Dorchester to Halifax by train, subway, and foot

177Weekly Services

6h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 339.8 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester South to Halifax via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to Godley Bridge via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 10h 33m.

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