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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Melplash is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Melplash is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Melplash?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Melplash. However, there are services departing from Trinity Street and arriving at Half Moon via Bridport Hospital. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Melplash?

The distance between Dorchester and Melplash is 23 miles. The road distance is 18 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Melplash without a car is to bus via Bridport Hospital which takes 1h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Dorchester to Melplash, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Melplash bus from?

Dorchester to Melplash bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Trinity Street station.

Where does the Dorchester to Melplash bus arrive?

Dorchester to Melplash bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Melplash?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Melplash is 18 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Dorchester to Melplash.

Where can I stay near Melplash?

There are 1629+ hotels available in Melplash.

Dorchester to Melplash - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Melplash by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus via Bridport Hospital
best
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bridport Hospital to Half Moonbus Cr6
1h 53m
Drive 17.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Melplashcar 17.9 mi
25 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Melplashtaxi 17.9 mi
25 min
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Half Moonbus Cr6
2h 4m

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Distance: 22.6 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Trinity Street to Half Moon via Bus Station and Bridport Hospital in around 1h 53m.

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