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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Stafford is to bus which costs £29 - £60 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Stafford is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Stafford station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Wolverhampton Bus Station via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Stafford?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Stafford via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Dorset to Stafford?

The distance between Dorset and Stafford is 230 miles. The road distance is 171.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Dorset to Stafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Stafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Stafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Stafford?

The best way to get from Dorset to Stafford is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Dorset to Stafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Stafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Stafford is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Dorset to Stafford.

Where can I stay near Stafford?

There are 1032+ hotels available in Stafford.

Dorset to Stafford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 31m
£107–164
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 Wolverhampton Bus Stationbus G2
8h 49m
£29–57
Drive 170.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Staffordcar 170.6 mi
3h 23m
£43–62
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
7h 2m
£86–144

Dorset to Stafford by bus and train

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Distance: 228.8 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Stafford every 2 hours. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Stafford via South Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, Wolverhampton Bus Station, and Wolverhampton in around 8h 49m.

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