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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Birmingham is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 39m.

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 7m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Birmingham - Jennens Road via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

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 Dorchester South and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Dorset to Birmingham?

The distance between Dorset and Birmingham is 207 miles. The road distance is 148.3 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 5h 18m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m 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 South Western Railway, depart from Dorchester South station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Dorset to Birmingham is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 39m.

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 South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Birmingham is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Dorset to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Dorset to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 18m
£85–141
Bus
cheapest
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 Bristol Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
7h 39m
£21–34
Drive 147.5 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Birminghamcar 147.5 mi
3h 7m
£38–54
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Worcester Shrub Hilltrain
3. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Birmingham Snow Hilltrain
8h 17m
£74–140

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Distance: 206.3 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Birmingham New Street via South Station, Dorchester South, and Bournemouth in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Birmingham - Jennens Road via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and Bristol Bus Station in around 7h 39m.

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