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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Torquay is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Torquay is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Top O Town and arriving at Cary Parade via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station and John Nash Drive. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Torquay via Castle Cary and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Torquay?

The distance between Dorchester and Torquay is 117 miles. The road distance is 74.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Dorchester to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Torquay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Torquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Torquay?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Torquay is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus and line 11 bus, which costs and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Dorchester to Torquay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Torquay is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Dorchester to Torquay.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorchester to Torquay 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 Newton Abbottrain London Paddington - Plymouth / ...
3h 32m
£52–102
Drive 73.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Torquaycar 73.7 mi
1h 32m
£18–26
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 St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Torquaytrain
4h 29m
Bus, line 2 bus, line 11 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
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to John Nash Drivebus 2
5. Take the bus from John Nash Drive to Cary Paradebus 11
7h 5m

Dorchester to Torquay by train

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Distance: 116 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Torquay via Castle Cary and Newton Abbot in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Top O Town to Cary Parade via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, and John Nash Drive in around 7h 5m.

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