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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Painswick is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Painswick is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Painswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Painswick. However, there are services departing from Trinity Street and arriving at St Mary's Church via Bus Station, Broadmead, Rock Street, Sainsbury's and Merrywalks. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Painswick?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Painswick. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Stroud (Glos) via Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Painswick?

The distance between Dorchester and Painswick is 113 miles. The road distance is 91.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Painswick without a car is to train via Swindon which takes 3h 46m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Dorchester to Painswick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Painswick bus from?

Dorchester to Painswick bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Trinity Street station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Painswick train from?

Dorchester to Painswick train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Dorchester West station.

Train or bus from Dorchester to Painswick?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Painswick is to train via Swindon which takes 3h 46m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £25 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Dorchester to Painswick bus arrive?

Dorchester to Painswick bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorchester to Painswick train arrive?

Dorchester to Painswick train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swindon station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Painswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Painswick is 91 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Dorchester to Painswick.

Where can I stay near Painswick?

There are 1935+ hotels available in Painswick.

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

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Train via Swindon
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Swindontrain Weymouth - Swindon
3h 46m
£51–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
8h 32m
£16–24
Drive 90.7 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Painswickcar 90.7 mi
2h 10m
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Gloucestertrain Weymouth - Gloucester
4h 45m
£58–106

Dorchester to Painswick by train and bus

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112.2 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Dorchester West to Swindon once a week. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Street to St Mary's Church via Bus Station, Bus Station, Broadmead, Rock Street, May Lane Bus Station, Sainsbury's, and Merrywalks in around 8h 32m.

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