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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Skipton is to bus via London which costs £50 - £110 and takes 12h 28m.

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 13m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Market Place via South Station, London Victoria, Leeds City Bus Station and Ilkley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 28m.

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 Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Skipton via Waterloo station, King's Cross and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Dorset to Skipton?

The distance between Dorset and Skipton is 351 miles. The road distance is 273 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 6h 47m and costs £130 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m 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 Moreton (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Skipton?

The best way to get from Dorset to Skipton is to train via London which takes 6h 47m and costs £130 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus via London, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the Dorset to Skipton bus arrive?

Dorset to Skipton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

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 273 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Dorset to Skipton.

Where can I stay near Skipton?

There are 1430+ hotels available in Skipton.

Dorset to Skipton - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
6h 47m
£133–253
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31 / ...
12h 28m
£53–106
Drive 271.4 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Skiptoncar 271.4 mi
5h 13m
£67–96
Train, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
7h 35m
£115–257
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
9h 19m
£157–253
Bus
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
13h 32m
Train, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Leedstrain
4. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
8h 4m
£143–346

Dorset to Skipton by bus

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Distance: 348.7 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Skipton via Moreton (Dorset), London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Leeds in around 6h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Market Place via South Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Leeds City Bus Station, Railway Road, and Ilkley Bus Station in around 12h 28m.

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