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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Dawlish is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Dawlish is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Lanherne via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Dawlish via Upwey and Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Dorset to Dawlish?

The distance between Dorset and Dawlish is 117 miles. The road distance is 68.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Dorset to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Dawlish bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Dawlish train from?

Dorset to Dawlish train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Upwey station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Dorset to Dawlish is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Dorset to Dawlish bus arrive?

Dorset to Dawlish bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, arrive at South Station.

Where does the Dorset to Dawlish train arrive?

Dorset to Dawlish train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Dawlish is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Dorset to Dawlish.

Where can I stay near Dawlish?

There are 2550+ hotels available in Dawlish.

Dorset to Dawlish - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 2 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Dawlishtrain London Paddington - Paignton / ...
5h 13m
£46–86
Drive 68 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Dawlishcar 68 mi
1h 34m
£17–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
5h 14m
£20–37
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to South Stationbus Cr8 / ...
2. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus 44A
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lanhernebus 2
6h 52m

Dorset to Dawlish by bus and train

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5h 13mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.6 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Dawlish via South Station, Dorchester South, Upwey, and Castle Cary in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Lanherne via South Station, Bus Station, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 52m.

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