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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Derby is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Derby is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Derby Bus Station via South Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Derby. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Derby via Bournemouth and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Dorset to Derby?

The distance between Dorset and Derby is 243 miles. The road distance is 185.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Derby without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Dorset to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Derby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Derby?

The best way to get from Dorset to Derby is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £140 and takes 9h 54m.

Where does the Dorset to Derby bus arrive?

Dorset to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Dorset to Derby train arrive?

Dorset to Derby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Derby is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Dorset to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2322+ hotels available in Derby.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
5h 45m
£134–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Derby Bus Stationbus Uk004 / ...
9h 54m
£40–132
Drive 184 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Derbycar 184 mi
3h 48m
£46–66
Train, fly to East Midlands Airport
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
7h 8m
£123–291
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
6h 54m
£104–166
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
4. Take the train from Sheffield to Derbytrain
5h 36m
£141–316

Dorset to Derby by bus

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Distance: 242 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Derby via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Derby Bus Station via South Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 9h 54m.

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