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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Atherstone is to bus which costs £17 - £29 and takes 11h 31m.

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 25m 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 Tesco, Seldown Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sainsbury's and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

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 151.6 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 via Rugby which takes 5h 42m and costs £110 - £190.

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 Seldown Coach 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 via Rugby which takes 5h 42m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Dorset to Atherstone bus arrive?

Dorset to Atherstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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 25m to drive from Dorset to Atherstone.

Where can I stay near Atherstone?

There are 1247+ hotels available in Atherstone.

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There are 5 ways to get from Dorset to Atherstone by train, bus, or car

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Train via Rugby
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 42m
£112–184
Bus
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 - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
11h 31m
£18–28
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 460
8h 53m
£45–109
Drive 150.8 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Atherstonecar 150.8 mi
3h 25m
£37–54
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 11m
£95–153

Dorset to Atherstone by bus

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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 £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to New Dolphin Inn via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Sainsbury's, and Bus Station in around 8h 53m.

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