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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Wigan is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Wigan is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Wigan?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Wigan. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Wigan North Western via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Wigan?

The distance between Dorchester and Wigan is 258 miles. The road distance is 234.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Wigan without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 11m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Dorchester to Wigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Wigan train from?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Wigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorchester to Wigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Wigan is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Dorchester to Wigan.

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Wigan North Westerntrain
6h 11m
£111–191
Drive 232.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Wigancar 232.8 mi
4h 19m
£57–82
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 55m
£105–238
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain
6h 58m
£110–195
Train, bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
6h 33m
£90–333

Dorchester to Wigan by train

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Distance: 256.8 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Wigan North Western via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 11m.

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