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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Padstow is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Padstow is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Padstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at New Street via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Padstow?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via Upwey, Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Dorset to Padstow?

The distance between Dorset and Padstow is 203 miles. The road distance is 133.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Padstow without a car is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs £150 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Dorset to Padstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Padstow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Padstow train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Padstow?

The best way to get from Dorset to Padstow is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs £150 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Dorset to Padstow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Padstow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Padstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Padstow is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Dorset to Padstow.

Where can I stay near Padstow?

There are 2992+ hotels available in Padstow.

Dorset to Padstow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 57 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Upwey to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
7h 56m
£153–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Dennison Road Car Parkbus G5
10h 24m
£30–54
Bus, train, line 57 bus
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 Bodmin Parkwaytrain
5. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus 57
9h 37m
£48–91
Drive 133 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Padstowcar 133 mi
2h 47m
£34–48

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Distance: 201.5 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Padstow via South Station, Dorchester South, Upwey, Castle Cary, Exeter St Davids, and Bodmin Parkway in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to New Street via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 10h 24m.

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