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

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

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 Tesco, Seldown Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 1m.

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 1m.

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 1m and costs £150 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m 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 Seldown Coach 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 1m and costs £150 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 12h 1m.

Where does the Dorset to Bolton bus arrive?

Dorset to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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 3626+ 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 1m
£156–236
Drive 234.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Boltoncar 234.8 mi
4h 29m
£57–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 424
12h 1m
£62–148
Bus, train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Furzehill to Tescobus
2. Take the bus from Tesco to Poole stationbus
3. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
4. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
5h 25m
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 8m
£114–212
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
7h 8m
£80–309

Dorset to Bolton by bus

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12h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 293.4 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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 £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Bolton Interchange via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 12h 1m.

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