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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Paddington is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Paddington is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Paddington station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace via South Station and Hammersmith Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at London Paddington via Bournemouth and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Dorset to Paddington?

The distance between Dorset and Paddington is 139 miles. The road distance is 118.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Paddington without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 45m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Dorset to Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Paddington train from?

Dorset to Paddington train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Moreton (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Paddington?

The best way to get from Dorset to Paddington is to train via Reading which takes 3h 45m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Dorset to Paddington bus arrive?

Dorset to Paddington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hammersmith Broadway station.

Where does the Dorset to Paddington train arrive?

Dorset to Paddington train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Paddington is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Dorset to Paddington.

Where can I stay near Paddington?

There are 21978+ hotels available in Paddington.

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3h 45m
£79–148
Bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
5h 58m
£25–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Hammersmith Broadwaybus 035
5h 30m
£27–60
Drive 118.2 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Paddingtoncar 118.2 mi
2h 17m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
4h 12m
£62–144
Train via Tesco
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain Didcot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
4h 48m
£61–119

Dorset to Paddington by bus

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Distance: 138.5 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to London Paddington via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Reading in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Station to Hammersmith Broadway twice daily. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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