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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Dover is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Dover is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Dover?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Dover. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Pencester Road via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Dover?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Dover. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Dover Priory via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Dorset to Dover?

The distance between Dorset and Dover is 221 miles. The road distance is 187.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Dover without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 33m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Dorset to Dover, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Dover bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Dover train from?

Dorset to Dover train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Dorchester South station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Dover?

The best way to get from Dorset to Dover is to train via London which takes 5h 33m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Dorset to Dover bus arrive?

Dorset to Dover bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Dorset to Dover train arrive?

Dorset to Dover train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Dover?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Dover is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Dorset to Dover.

Where can I stay near Dover?

There are 1106+ hotels available in Dover.

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There are 5 ways to get from Dorset to Dover by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Dover Priorytrain St Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
5h 33m
£86–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Pencester Roadbus G39
9h 14m
£42–71
Drive 186.2 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Dovercar 186.2 mi
3h 15m
£47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Waterloo East to Dover Priorytrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
5h 55m
£84–172
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Dover Priorytrain London Victoria - Dover Priory / ...
9h 18m
£51–94

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Distance: 219.9 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Dover Priory via South Station, Dorchester South, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Pencester Road via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park in around 9h 14m.

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