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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Salcombe is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Salcombe is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station and Coronation Road opp Town Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Salcombe?

The distance between Dorchester and Salcombe is 139 miles. The road distance is 96.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Salcombe without a car is to train and line 164 bus which takes 4h 46m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Dorchester to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Salcombe bus from?

Dorchester to Salcombe bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from Top O Town station.

Where does the Dorchester to Salcombe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Salcombe is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Dorchester to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1581+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Dorchester to Salcombe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 164 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 164 bus
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Totnestrain
3. Take the bus from Station Road to Beadon Crossbus 164
4h 46m
Drive 95.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Salcombecar 95.7 mi
1h 56m
£24–34
Bus, train, line 164 bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Totnestrain
5. Take the bus from Station Road to Shadycombe Roadbus 164
5h 41m
Bus, line 164 bus
1. Take the bus from Top O Town to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 7
5. Take the bus from Coronation Road opp Town Mill to Shadycombe Roadbus 164
8h 3m

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Distance: 138.3 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Top O Town to Shadycombe Road via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, and Coronation Road opp Town Mill in around 8h 3m.

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