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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Swansea is to bus which costs £16 - £50 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Street and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Swansea via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Swansea?

The distance between Dorchester and Swansea is 164 miles. The road distance is 140.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Dorchester to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Swansea?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Swansea is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £50 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Dorchester to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Swansea train arrive?

Dorchester to Swansea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Swansea is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Dorchester to Swansea.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Cardiff Centraltrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 18m
£72–138
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 Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 202 / ...
7h 17m
£17–50
Drive 139.7 mi
1. Drive from Dorchester to Swanseacar 139.7 mi
2h 58m
£34–49
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 26m
£73–141
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus X1
6h 13m
£60–104

Dorchester to Swansea by train

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Distance: 162.9 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Swansea via Cardiff Central in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Street to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 17m.

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