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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Loughborough is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Loughborough is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at High Street via Tesco, Seldown Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Dorset to Loughborough?

The distance between Dorset and Loughborough is 250 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Loughborough without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Dorset to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Loughborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Dorset to Loughborough is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Dorset to Loughborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Loughborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Loughborough is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Dorset to Loughborough.

Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1970+ hotels available in Loughborough.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Loughborough (Leics)train London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
4h 48m
£121–230
Drive 171.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Loughboroughcar 171.5 mi
3h 35m
£42–61
Bus
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 45m
£44–101
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
7h 56m
£101–266
Train via Poole
1. Take the train from Poole to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Loughborough (Leics)train London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
5h 46m
£105–206
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derbytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 47m
£117–186

Dorset to Loughborough by bus

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Distance: 248.8 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Loughborough (Leics) via Moreton (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to High Street via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 8h 45m.

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