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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Stafford is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Stafford is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Stafford station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Street and arriving at Wolverhampton Bus Station via Bus Station, Bus Station and Lordswood Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Stafford?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Stafford via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Stafford?

The distance between Dorchester and Stafford is 198 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Stafford without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 10m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Dorchester to Stafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Stafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Stafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Stafford?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Stafford is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 10m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Dorchester to Stafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Stafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Stafford is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Dorchester to Stafford.

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 10m
£96–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lordswood Roadbus 111 / ...
8h 31m
£31–67
Drive 171.5 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Staffordcar 171.5 mi
3h 22m
£42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 28m
£112–185

Dorchester to Stafford by train

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Distance: 197 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Stafford via Bristol Temple Meads in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Street to Stafford via Bus Station, Bus Station, Lordswood Road, Wolverhampton Bus Station, and Wolverhampton in around 8h 31m.

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