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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Bristol is to bus which costs £7 - £11 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Bristol is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Bristol?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Christmas Steps via South Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Dorset to Bristol?

The distance between Dorset and Bristol is 101 miles. The road distance is 61.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Bristol without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Dorset to Bristol, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Bristol bus from?

Dorset to Bristol bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from South Station.

Where does the Dorset to Bristol bus arrive?

Dorset to Bristol bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Bristol?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Bristol is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Dorset to Bristol.

Where can I stay near Bristol?

There are 2550+ hotels available in Bristol.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Kings Statuebus Cr8
2. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
4h 2m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Christmas Stepsbus 376
5h 37m
£8–10
Drive 60.8 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Bristolcar 60.8 mi
1h 41m
£15–22
Bus via Car Park
1. Take the bus from Car Park to Bus Stationbus Cr4
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Christmas Stepsbus 376
5h 57m
£8–11

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Distance: 100.5 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Christmas Steps via South Station and Bus Station in around 5h 37m.

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