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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Terrace Road via Tesco and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Bournemouth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Dorset to Bournemouth?

The distance between Dorset and Bournemouth is 28 miles. The road distance is 22.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs £23 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Dorset to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Bournemouth bus from?

Dorset to Bournemouth bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, depart from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Bournemouth train from?

Dorset to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Moreton (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Dorset to Bournemouth is to train which takes 47 min and costs £23 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Dorset to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Dorset to Bournemouth bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, arrive at Tesco station.

Where does the Dorset to Bournemouth train arrive?

Dorset to Bournemouth train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Bournemouth is 22 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Dorset to Bournemouth.

Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

There are 2703+ hotels available in Bournemouth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
47 min
£23–38
Drive 22.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Bournemouthcar 22.3 mi
33 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Tescobus Cr8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tesco to Bus Stationbus X8
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Terrace Roadbus m1 / ...
2h 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dorset to Bournemouthtaxi 22.3 mi
33 min
£100–130

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Distance: 27.6 mi
Duration: 47 min

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Moreton (Dorset) to Bournemouth hourly. Tickets cost £9–21 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Terrace Road via Tesco and Bus Station in around 2h 1m.

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