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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Newquay is to bus via Chard which costs £21 - £35 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Newquay is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Newquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Newquay station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Bus Station via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Newquay?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Newquay. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Newquay via Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Dorset to Newquay?

The distance between Dorset and Newquay is 172 miles. The road distance is 140.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Newquay without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 36m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Dorset to Newquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Newquay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Newquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Newquay?

The best way to get from Dorset to Newquay is to bus which takes 9h 19m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £160 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Dorset to Newquay bus arrive?

Dorset to Newquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Dorset to Newquay train arrive?

Dorset to Newquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Newquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Newquay is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Dorset to Newquay.

Where can I stay near Newquay?

There are 3261+ hotels available in Newquay.

Dorset to Newquay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dorset to Newquay by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain
5. Take the train from Par to Newquaytrain
8h 36m
£58–110
Bus via Chard
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
10h 40m
£22–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bus Stationbus G5
9h 19m
£30–50
Drive 139.3 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Newquaycar 139.3 mi
2h 45m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Partrain
8h 55m
£81–156

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Distance: 170.9 mi
Duration: 8h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Bus Station via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park in around 9h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Newquay via Kings Statue, Weymouth, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, and Par in around 8h 55m.

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