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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Truro is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Truro is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Truro?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Truro. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Truro via South Station, Bus Station, Crispin Hall and Taunton BP Garage. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Truro?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Truro. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Truro via Castle Cary and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Dorset to Truro?

The distance between Dorset and Truro is 217 miles. The road distance is 144.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Truro without a car is to train which takes 7h 40m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Dorset to Truro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Truro bus from?

Dorset to Truro bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from South Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Truro train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Truro?

The best way to get from Dorset to Truro is to train which takes 7h 40m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Dorset to Truro bus arrive?

Dorset to Truro bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Truro train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Truro?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Truro is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Dorset to Truro.

Where can I stay near Truro?

There are 3231+ hotels available in Truro.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Castle Carytrain
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Trurotrain
7h 40m
£83–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Trurobus Uk049
10h 18m
£24–37
Drive 144 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Trurocar 144 mi
2h 50m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus X51
2. Take the bus from Bridport Hospital to Crewkerne stationbus Cr6
3. Take the train from Crewkerne to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Trurotrain
8h 33m
£65–122
Bus via Bristol
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 Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 805
12h 5m
£36–59

Dorset to Truro by bus and train

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7h 40mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.4 mi
Duration: 7h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Truro via Kings Statue, Weymouth, Castle Cary, and Exeter St Davids in around 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Truro via South Station, Bus Station, Crispin Hall, Ilminster Road Busway, and Taunton BP Garage in around 10h 18m.

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