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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Wareham is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Wareham is to train which takes 14 min and costs £6 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Wareham?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester to Wareham station. However, there are services departing from The Museum and arriving at Wareham Station via Kings Statue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Wareham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Wareham. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Dorchester to Wareham?

The distance between Dorchester and Wareham is 15 miles. The road distance is 15.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Wareham without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs £6 - £14.

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

The train from Dorchester South to Wareham takes 14 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Wareham bus from?

Dorchester to Wareham bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, depart from The Museum station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Wareham train from?

Dorchester to Wareham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Dorchester South station.

Train or bus from Dorchester to Wareham?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Wareham is to train which takes 14 min and costs £6 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 3m.

Where does the Dorchester to Wareham bus arrive?

Dorchester to Wareham bus services, operated by First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset, arrive at King Statue K8 Approach station.

Where does the Dorchester to Wareham train arrive?

Dorchester to Wareham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Wareham station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Wareham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Wareham is 16 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Dorchester to Wareham.

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

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Where can I stay near Wareham?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Warehamtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
14 min
£6–14
Drive 15.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Warehamcar 15.7 mi
23 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Museum to King Statue K8 Approachbus 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Wareham Stationbus X54 / ...
2h 3m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorchester to Warehamtaxi 15.7 mi
23 min
£35–45
Train via Wool
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Wooltrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Wool to Warehamtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
51 min
£6–14

Dorchester to Wareham by train

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Distance: 14.9 mi
Duration: 14 min

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Dorchester South to Wareham hourly. Tickets cost £6–14 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Museum to Wareham Station via King Statue K8 Approach and Kings Statue in around 2h 3m.

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