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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Manchester is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 10h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Manchester is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Tesco, Seldown Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Dorset to Manchester?

The distance between Dorset and Manchester is 284 miles. The road distance is 227.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £150 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Dorset to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Manchester train from?

Dorset to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Manchester?

The best way to get from Dorset to Manchester is to train which takes 6h 30m and costs £150 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £60 - £160 and takes 10h.

Where does the Dorset to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Manchester train arrive?

Dorset to Manchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Manchester is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Dorset to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3660+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
6h 30m
£153–238
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 Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
10h 38m
£26–40
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 Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
10h
£61–153
Drive 226.1 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Manchestercar 226.1 mi
4h 26m
£55–79
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 57m
£92–211
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
6h 28m
£76–302

Dorset to Manchester by bus

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Distance: 282.3 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly every 2 hours. Tickets cost £130–200 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Manchester Central Coach Station via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h.

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