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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Somerset is to bus and line 376 bus and line 374 bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Somerset is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Trinity Street and arriving at Lower Durston via Bus Station and Crispin Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Somerset?

The distance between Dorchester and Somerset is 68 miles. The road distance is 43.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Somerset without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Dorchester to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Somerset bus from?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Somerset bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Somerset is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Dorchester to Somerset.

Where can I stay near Somerset?

There are 963+ hotels available in Somerset.

Dorchester to Somerset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 376 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Dorchester to Somerset by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Tauntontrain
3. Take the bus from Castle Way to Shovel Lanebus 21A / ...
2h 59m
Bus, line 376 bus, line 374 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Crispin Hallbus 376
3. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Lower Durstonbus 374
3h 55m
£9–14
Drive 43.5 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Somersetcar 43.5 mi
1h 13m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Somersettaxi 43.5 mi
1h 13m
£90–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Top O Town to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
4h 23m

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Distance: 67.9 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Trinity Street to Lower Durston via Bus Station and Crispin Hall in around 3h 55m.

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