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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Topsham is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Topsham is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Topsham?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Topsham. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Lord Nelson Inn via Bus Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Topsham?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Topsham. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Topsham via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Topsham?

The distance between Dorchester and Topsham is 97 miles. The road distance is 54.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Topsham without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Dorchester to Topsham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Topsham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Topsham train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Topsham?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Topsham is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Dorchester to Topsham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Topsham train arrive?

Dorchester to Topsham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Topsham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Topsham is 54 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Dorchester to Topsham.

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

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Dorchester to Topsham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Castle Carytrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 17m
£43–83
Drive 53.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Topshamcar 53.7 mi
1h 10m
£13–19
Bus, train
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 Centraltrain
3h 51m
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
5h

Dorchester to Topsham by train

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Distance: 96.2 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Topsham via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Top O Town to Lord Nelson Inn via Bus Station, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 5h.

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