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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Rugby is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Rugby is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Clifton Road via Tesco, Seldown Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Rugby via Bournemouth and Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Dorset to Rugby?

The distance between Dorset and Rugby is 195 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Dorset to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Rugby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Rugby?

The best way to get from Dorset to Rugby is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Dorset to Rugby bus arrive?

Dorset to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Rugby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Rugby is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Dorset to Rugby.

Where can I stay near Rugby?

There are 1214+ hotels available in Rugby.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 43m
£106–167
Drive 138.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Rugbycar 138.8 mi
3h 5m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Clifton Roadbus 460
8h 16m
£43–108
Train via Kings Statue
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 52m
£97–160
Train via Winchester
1. Take the train from Poole to Winchestertrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Leamington Spatrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 46m
£79–131

Dorset to Rugby by bus

14Weekly Buses

8h 16mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.5 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Coventry hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Clifton Road via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 16m.

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