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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Lewes is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Lewes is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Lewes?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Lewes. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at High Street via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Royal Pavilion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Lewes?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Lewes. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Lewes via Southampton Central and Brighton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Lewes?

The distance between Dorchester and Lewes is 126 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Lewes without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Dorchester to Lewes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Lewes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Lewes train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Lewes?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Lewes is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £95 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Dorchester to Lewes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Lewes train arrive?

Dorchester to Lewes train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Lewes?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Lewes is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Dorchester to Lewes.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Centraltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
3h 52m
£58–125
Drive 123.1 mi
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1. Drive from Dorchester to Lewescar 123.1 mi
2h 11m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Old Steinebus 025
6h 6m
£31–92

Dorchester to Lewes by train

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Distance: 125.6 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester South to Lewes via Southampton Central and Brighton in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to High Street via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, Old Steine, and Royal Pavilion in around 6h 6m.

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