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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Windermere is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Windermere is to drive which takes 5h 21m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorchester station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from South Station and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Windermere via Waterloo station, London Euston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Windermere?

The distance between Dorchester and Windermere is 405 miles. The road distance is 301 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Windermere without a car is to train via London which takes 8h 12m and costs £150 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Dorchester to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Windermere bus from?

Dorchester to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorchester to Windermere?

The best way to get from Dorchester to Windermere is to train via London which takes 8h 12m and costs £150 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £75 - £190 and takes 13h 17m.

Where does the Dorchester to Windermere bus arrive?

Dorchester to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bournemouth Station.

Where does the Dorchester to Windermere train arrive?

Dorchester to Windermere train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Windermere is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Dorchester to Windermere.

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

Book your Dorchester to Windermere train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3337+ hotels available in Windermere.

Dorchester to Windermere - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromDorchester to Windermere

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 9 ways to get from Dorchester to Windermere by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
8h 12m
£151–301
Drive 299.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorchester to Windermerecar 299.2 mi
5h 21m
£73–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
4. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
13h 17m
£76–186
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 40m
£128–274
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
9h 4m
£155–260
Train #2
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain
9h 49m
£138–259
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 46m
£148–343
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 59m
£107–237
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 32m
£124–273

Dorchester to Windermere by train

54Weekly Trains

9h 4mAverage Duration

£155Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dorchester to Windermere.

Launch map view

Distance: 402.3 mi
Duration: 8h 12m

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

You can take a train from Dorchester South to Windermere via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, London Euston, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 8h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Station to Bus Rail Interchange via Bournemouth Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 13h 17m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.