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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Portishead is to bus which costs £9 - £14 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Portishead is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £16 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Portishead?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Portishead. However, there are services departing from Trinity Street and arriving at Combe Road via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Portishead?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Portishead. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Bristol Temple Meads via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Portishead?

The distance between Dorchester and Portishead is 91 miles. The road distance is 69.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Portishead without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Dorchester to Portishead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Portishead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Portishead train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Portishead?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Portishead is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Dorchester to Portishead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Portishead train arrive?

Dorchester to Portishead train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Portishead?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Portishead is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Dorchester to Portishead.

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

Book your Dorchester to Portishead train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Portishead?

There are 2028+ hotels available in Portishead.

Dorchester to Portishead - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromDorchester to Portishead

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 28m
£66–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
5h 26m
£10–13
Drive 69.3 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Portisheadcar 69.3 mi
1h 40m
£17–25

Dorchester to Portishead by bus

50Weekly Buses

5h 26mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dorchester to Portishead.

Launch map view

Distance: 90.2 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meads every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Street to Combe Road via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 5h 26m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.