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How to get fromDorchester to Hay-on-Wyeby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Dorchester to Hay-on-Wye by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Newport (S Wales)train train
    2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Herefordtrain train
    3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Hay Castlebus bus X44 / ...
    5h 50m

  2. Drive 122.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Dorchester to Hay-on-Wyecar car 122.5 mi
    2h 53m
    £30–43

  3. Train, bus via Westbury

    1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Westbury (Wilts)train train
    2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Newport (S Wales)train train
    3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Herefordtrain train
    4. Take the bus from Country Bus Station to Hay Castlebus bus X44 / ...
    6h 12m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dorchester to Hay-on-Wye.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 172.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Hay-on-Wye, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Dorchester to Hay-on-Wye. However, you can take the train to Newport (S Wales), take the train to Hereford, walk to Railway Station, then take the bus to Hay Castle. Alternatively, you can drive from Dorchester to Hay-on-Wye in around 2h 53m.

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