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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Newport is to bus which costs £12 - £26 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Newport is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Newport?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Newport. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Kingsway K14 via South Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Newport?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Newport. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Newport (S Wales) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Dorset to Newport?

The distance between Dorset and Newport is 128 miles. The road distance is 90.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Newport without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Dorset to Newport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Newport bus from?

Dorset to Newport bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Newport train from?

Dorset to Newport train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Weymouth station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Newport?

The best way to get from Dorset to Newport is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £26 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Dorset to Newport bus arrive?

Dorset to Newport bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Newport train arrive?

Dorset to Newport train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Newport?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Newport is 90 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Dorset to Newport.

Where can I stay near Newport?

There are 1630+ hotels available in Newport.

Dorset to Newport - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to Newport by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train Weymouth - Cardiff Central
4h 47m
£50–95
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 Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 202 / ...
6h 51m
£13–25
Drive 89.8 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Newportcar 89.8 mi
2h 14m
£22–32
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 51m
£48–92

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Distance: 126.9 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Newport, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales) once a week. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Kingsway K14 via South Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 51m.

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