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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Birmingham is to bus via Bus Station which costs £16 - £26 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Birmingham is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Dorset to Birmingham?

The distance between Dorset and Birmingham is 202 miles. The road distance is 149.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Dorset to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Birmingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Dorset to Birmingham is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Dorset to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Birmingham train arrive?

Dorset to Birmingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Birmingham is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Dorset to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3358+ hotels available in Birmingham.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 46m
£97–154
Bus via Bus Station
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
8h 33m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bus Stationbus G18
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
7h 19m
£21–36
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Birminghamcar 148.4 mi
3h 4m
£37–54
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 46m
£77–125

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Distance: 200.9 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Birmingham Coach Station via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and Bus Station in around 7h 19m.

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