What is the cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle is to bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle?

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Sherborne Castle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Top O Town and arriving at The Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Sherborne Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Sherborne via Yeovil Pen Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle?

The distance between Dorchester and Sherborne Castle is 21 miles. The road distance is 18.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle without a car is to bus which takes 1h 7m and costs £4 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle?

The bus from Top O Town to The Station takes 55 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Sherborne Castle bus from?

Dorchester to Sherborne Castle bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Top O Town station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Sherborne Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle is to bus which takes 1h 7m and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £23 and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Dorchester to Sherborne Castle bus arrive?

Dorchester to Sherborne Castle bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at The Station.

Where does the Dorchester to Sherborne Castle train arrive?

Dorchester to Sherborne Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Yeovil Pen Mill station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Sherborne Castle is 18 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle?

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Where can I stay near Sherborne Castle?

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Sherborne Castle by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Top O Town to The Stationbus Cr5
1h 7m
£4–6
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Yeovil Pen Milltrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Yeovil Pen Mill to Sherbornetrain Yeovil Pen Mill - London Waterloo / ...
2h 3m
£11–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Sherborne Castletaxi 18.2 mi
27 min
£40–50
Drive 18.2 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Sherborne Castlecar 18.2 mi
27 min
£5–7

Dorchester to Sherborne Castle by bus and foot

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Distance: 21.3 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Sherborne Castle, England?

South West Coaches operates a bus from Top O Town to The Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dorchester West to Sherborne Castle via Yeovil Pen Mill and Sherborne in around 2h 3m.

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