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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Leicester is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 10h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Leicester is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Tesco, Seldown Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Leicester via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Dorset to Leicester?

The distance between Dorset and Leicester is 238 miles. The road distance is 158.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Dorset to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Leicester bus from?

Dorset to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Leicester train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Leicester?

The best way to get from Dorset to Leicester is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Dorset to Leicester bus arrive?

Dorset to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Leicester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Leicester is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Dorset to Leicester.

Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 985+ hotels available in Leicester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
4h 31m
£110–218
Bus
cheapest
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 Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus
10h 20m
£21–33
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
8h 12m
£43–108
Drive 157.3 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Leicestercar 157.3 mi
3h 32m
£39–56
Train via Kings Statue
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
5h 34m
£103–206
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
7h 5m
£104–170

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Distance: 236.3 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Leicester via Moreton (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to St Margaret's Bus Station via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 12m.

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