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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Durham is to bus which costs £50 - £200 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Durham is to train and fly which takes 4h 44m and costs £110 - £280.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Durham. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge via South Station, London Victoria and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Durham. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Durham via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Dorset to Durham?

The distance between Dorset and Durham is 394 miles. The road distance is 325.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Durham without a car is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £150 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Dorset to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Durham?

The best way to get from Dorset to Durham is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs £150 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £200 and takes 13h.

Where does the Dorset to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Durham is 325 miles. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Dorset to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1836+ hotels available in Durham.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
6h 46m
£150–272
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Interchangebus Ukn10 / ...
13h
£54–192
Drive 323.3 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Durhamcar 323.3 mi
6h 5m
£80–115
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
4h 44m
£117–272
Train via Kings Statue
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Durhamtrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
7h 51m
£143–260
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Durhamtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Edinburgh / ...
9h 54m
£189–291
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
4. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Durhamtrain
13h 58m
£70–123
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
7h 39m
£73–169
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
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 Airport to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Durhamtrain
7h 11m
£155–352
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
7h 12m
£127–398

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Distance: 391.3 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Durham via Moreton (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge via South Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Interchange in around 13h.

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