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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Lincoln is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 10h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Lincoln is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Lincoln Central via Waterloo station and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Dorset to Lincoln?

The distance between Dorset and Lincoln is 281 miles. The road distance is 209.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Lincoln without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 33m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Dorset to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Lincoln bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Lincoln train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Dorset to Lincoln is to train via London which takes 6h 33m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Dorset to Lincoln bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Lincoln train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Lincoln is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Dorset to Lincoln.

Where can I stay near Lincoln?

There are 641+ hotels available in Lincoln.

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There are 5 ways to get from Dorset to Lincoln 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 King's Cross to Lincoln Centraltrain London Kings Cross - Lincoln Central
6h 33m
£96–169
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 Rail Station Car Parkbus G28
10h 24m
£36–71
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Lincoln Centraltrain
10h 12m
£44–66
Drive 208.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Lincolncar 208.6 mi
4h 30m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
4. Take the train from Derby to Lincoln Centraltrain
7h 53m
£124–202

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Distance: 279.2 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Lincoln Central via South Station, Dorchester South, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and King's Cross in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Rail Station Car Park via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park in around 10h 24m.

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