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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Highcliffe is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Highcliffe is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Highcliffe?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Highcliffe. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at The Oaks via Bournemouth Station and Royal Bournemouth Hospital. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Highcliffe?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Hinton Admiral. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Highcliffe?

The distance between Dorchester and Highcliffe is 35 miles. The road distance is 36.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Highcliffe without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £14 - £35.

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

The train from Dorchester South to Hinton Admiral takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Highcliffe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Highcliffe train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Highcliffe?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Highcliffe is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £14 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 82 bus, which costs £11 - £20 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Dorchester to Highcliffe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Highcliffe train arrive?

Dorchester to Highcliffe train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Hinton Admiral station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Highcliffe?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Highcliffe is 36 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Dorchester to Highcliffe.

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

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Where can I stay near Highcliffe?

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Dorchester to Highcliffe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 82 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Dorchester to Highcliffe by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Hinton Admiraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
1h 1m
£14–35
Drive 36.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Highcliffecar 36.1 mi
51 min
£9–13
Bus, line 82 bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Royal Bournemouth Hospital to The Oaksbus 81 / ...
2h 32m
£12–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Highcliffetaxi 36.1 mi
51 min
£75–95
Train via Bournemouth
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Hinton Admiraltrain Poole - London Waterloo / ...
1h 26m
£14–33
Train via Whitefield Road Terminus
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to New Miltontrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
1h 40m
£18–37

Dorchester to Highcliffe by train

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Distance: 34.5 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Highcliffe, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Dorchester South to Hinton Admiral 4 times a day. Tickets cost £14–35 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to The Oaks via Bournemouth Station and Royal Bournemouth Hospital in around 2h 32m.

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