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 £45 - £85 and takes 11h 39m.

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 5h 48m and costs £100 - £270.

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 Sutton Street via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 39m.

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 47m.

How far is it from Dorset to Durham?

The distance between Dorset and Durham is 394 miles. The road distance is 325.5 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 47m and costs £140 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m 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 47m and costs £140 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 11h 39m.

Where does the Dorset to Durham bus arrive?

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

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 326 miles. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Dorset to Durham.

Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1837+ hotels available in Durham.

Dorset to Durham - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Dorset to Durham by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 47m
£146–239
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 Sutton Streetbus G35
11h 39m
£46–84
Drive 323.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Durhamcar 323.6 mi
6h 4m
£81–117
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
5h 48m
£108–265
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 50m
£140–231
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
£167–266
Train #3
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Durhamtrain
11h 37m
£134–238
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
7h 34m
£74–168
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
7h 31m
£100–358

Dorset to Durham by bus

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Distance: 391.3 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

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 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Sutton Street via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park in around 11h 39m.

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