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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to London is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to London is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from South Station station and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and London?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dorchester South and arriving at London Waterloo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Dorchester to London?

The distance between Dorchester and London is 136 miles. The road distance is 125.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to London without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £55 - £130.

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

The train from Dorchester South to London Waterloo Station takes 2h 38m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to London bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to London train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to London?

The best way to get from Dorchester to London is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Dorchester to London bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to London train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to London is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Dorchester to London.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Dorchester to London by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2h 38m
£55–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
4h 10m
£26–65
Drive 124.8 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Londoncar 124.8 mi
2h 24m
£31–44

Dorchester to London by train

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Distance: 134.9 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Dorchester South to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals twice daily. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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