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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Loughborough is to bus via Bristol which costs £23 - £40 and takes 11h 50m.

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 34m 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 The Rushes via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

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 Dorchester South and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Dorset to Loughborough?

The distance between Dorset and Loughborough is 256 miles. The road distance is 172.8 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 via London which takes 5h 17m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m 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 South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Dorset to Loughborough is to train via London which takes 5h 17m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Dorset to Loughborough bus arrive?

Dorset to Loughborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park 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 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Dorset to Loughborough.

Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1905+ 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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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South 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 17m
£101–174
Bus via Bristol
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
11h 50m
£24–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to The Rushesbus G45
7h 59m
£29–50
Drive 171.8 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Loughboroughcar 171.8 mi
3h 34m
£43–63
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
9h 51m
£109–268
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 Leicestertrain
7h
£107–175

Dorset to Loughborough by bus, train, subway, and foot

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5h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 254.1 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Loughborough (Leics) via South Station, Dorchester South, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to The Rushes via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park in around 7h 59m.

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