What is the cheapest way to get from Dorset to Atherstone?

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Atherstone is to bus via Bristol which costs £17 - £29 and takes 11h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorset to Atherstone?

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Atherstone is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Atherstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Atherstone. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at New Dolphin Inn via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Sainsbury's and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Atherstone?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Atherstone. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Atherstone via Bournemouth, Coventry and Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Dorset to Atherstone?

The distance between Dorset and Atherstone is 214 miles. The road distance is 151.9 miles.

How do I travel from Dorset to Atherstone without a car?

The best way to get from Dorset to Atherstone without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £95 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Dorset to Atherstone?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Dorset to Atherstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Atherstone bus from?

Dorset to Atherstone bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Atherstone train from?

Dorset to Atherstone train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Atherstone?

The best way to get from Dorset to Atherstone is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Dorset to Atherstone bus arrive?

Dorset to Atherstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Dorset to Atherstone train arrive?

Dorset to Atherstone train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Coventry station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Atherstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Atherstone is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Dorset to Atherstone.

Where can I stay near Atherstone?

There are 1241+ hotels available in Atherstone.

Dorset to Atherstone - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dorset to Atherstone by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 42m
£96–169
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
11h 25m
£18–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus G45
7h 51m
£28–45
Drive 151.1 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Atherstonecar 151.1 mi
3h 24m
£38–55
Train via London
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Euston to Atherstonetrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
6h 8m
£85–191
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 14m
£79–139

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Distance: 213.2 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Atherstone, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Coventry hourly. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to New Dolphin Inn via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Sainsbury's, and Bus Station in around 7h 51m.

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