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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Northampton is to bus which costs £22 - £65 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Northampton Town Centre via Tesco, Seldown Coach Station and London Heathrow Airport T5 -. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Northampton via Bournemouth and Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Dorset to Northampton?

The distance between Dorset and Northampton is 214 miles. The road distance is 141.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Dorset to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Northampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Northampton?

The best way to get from Dorset to Northampton is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £65 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Dorset to Northampton bus arrive?

Dorset to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Dorset to Northampton train arrive?

Dorset to Northampton train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Coventry station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Northampton is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Dorset to Northampton.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

There are 900+ hotels available in Northampton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
5h 15m
£118–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 035
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Northampton Town Centrebus Uk900 / ...
7h 11m
£22–62
Drive 140.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Northamptoncar 140.6 mi
2h 44m
£35–50
Train via London
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Euston to Northamptontrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
5h 21m
£82–194

Dorset to Northampton by bus

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Distance: 212.6 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Northampton via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Coventry in around 5h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Northampton Town Centre via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and London Heathrow Airport T5 - in around 7h 11m.

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