What is the cheapest way to get from Dorset to London Paddington Station?

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to London Paddington Station is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dorset to London Paddington Station?

The fastest way to get from Dorset to London Paddington Station is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and London Paddington Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to London Paddington Station station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace via South Station and Hammersmith Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and London Paddington Station?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to London Paddington Station. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at London Paddington via Bournemouth and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Dorset to London Paddington Station?

The distance between Dorset and London Paddington Station is 139 miles. The road distance is 119.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dorset to London Paddington Station without a car?

The best way to get from Dorset to London Paddington Station without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 41m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Dorset to London Paddington Station?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Dorset to London Paddington Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to London Paddington Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to London Paddington Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to London Paddington Station?

The best way to get from Dorset to London Paddington Station is to train via Reading which takes 3h 41m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Dorset to London Paddington Station bus arrive?

Dorset to London Paddington Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hammersmith Broadway station.

Where does the Dorset to London Paddington Station train arrive?

Dorset to London Paddington Station train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Dorset to London Paddington Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to London Paddington Station is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Dorset to London Paddington Station.

Where can I stay near London Paddington Station?

There are 21913+ hotels available in London Paddington Station.

Dorset to London Paddington Station - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Dorset to London Paddington Station by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3h 41m
£79–148
Bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
5h 56m
£25–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Hammersmith Broadwaybus 035
5h 30m
£27–61
Drive 118.7 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to London Paddington Stationcar 118.7 mi
2h 19m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
4h 12m
£62–143
Train via Tesco
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
4h 44m
£61–119

Dorset to London Paddington Station by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 138.5 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and London Paddington Station, England?

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to London Paddington via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Reading in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Station to Hammersmith Broadway twice daily. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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