What is the cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead is to bus which costs £27 - £75 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Hemel Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Hemel Hempstead. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Bridge Street via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Hemel Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Hemel Hempstead via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead?

The distance between Dorchester and Hemel Hempstead is 162 miles. The road distance is 132.4 miles.

How do I travel from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £65 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £75 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead.

How do I get a train ticket from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead?

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Where can I stay near Hemel Hempstead?

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Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
3h 31m
£65–151
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
5h 7m
£28–70
Drive 131.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Hemel Hempsteadcar 131.6 mi
2h 17m
£32–46
Train, line 850 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to High Wycombe BusStnbus 850
4. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Marlowesbus 1 / ...
6h 23m
£61–98

Dorchester to Hemel Hempstead by train and subway

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Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Hemel Hempstead, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Dorchester South to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to Bridge Street via Bournemouth Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 7m.

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