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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Bolton is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Bolton is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Bolton Interchange via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Bolton via Bournemouth and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Dorset to Bolton?

The distance between Dorset and Bolton is 295 miles. The road distance is 236.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Dorset to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Bolton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Bolton train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Bolton?

The best way to get from Dorset to Bolton is to train which takes 7h and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 34m.

Where does the Dorset to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Bolton train arrive?

Dorset to Bolton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Bolton is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Dorset to Bolton.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3599+ hotels available in Bolton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
7h
£135–211
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 Bolton Interchangebus G4
10h 34m
£36–65
Drive 234.8 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Boltoncar 234.8 mi
4h 29m
£59–85
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 30m
£101–245
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train Weymouth - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
9h 6m
£101–178
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
7h 13m
£108–337

Dorset to Bolton by bus

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Distance: 293.4 mi
Duration: 7h

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £110–170 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Bolton Interchange via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park in around 10h 34m.

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