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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Skipton is to bus via Manchester which costs £30 - £50 and takes 14h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Skipton is to drive which takes 5h 16m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Skipton station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Bus Station Arrive via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Skipton via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Dorset to Skipton?

The distance between Dorset and Skipton is 356 miles. The road distance is 272.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Skipton without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 15m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Dorset to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Skipton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Skipton train from?

Dorset to Skipton train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Dorchester South station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Skipton?

The best way to get from Dorset to Skipton is to train via London which takes 7h 15m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 13h 7m.

Where does the Dorset to Skipton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Skipton train arrive?

Dorset to Skipton train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Skipton is 272 miles. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Dorset to Skipton.

Where can I stay near Skipton?

There are 1383+ hotels available in Skipton.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
7h 15m
£119–205
Bus via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
4. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
14h 17m
£34–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Croft Street Schoolsbus G4
13h 7m
£44–78
Drive 270.5 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Skiptoncar 270.5 mi
5h 16m
£68–98
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
8h 43m
£138–232

Dorset to Skipton by bus, train, subway, and foot

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7h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 354 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Skipton via South Station, Dorchester South, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 7h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Bus Station Arrive via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Croft Street Schools, and Bus Station in around 13h 7m.

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