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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Truro is to bus via Taunton which costs £22 - £40 and takes 10h.

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.

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 41m.

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 41m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m 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 41m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Taunton, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 10h.

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 3212+ 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 41m
£78–155
Bus via Taunton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Taunton BP Garage to Trurobus Uk049
10h
£23–36
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
£60–122
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Bus Stationbus G5
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Museumbus 85 / ...
11h 22m
£33–53

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Distance: 215.4 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

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 41m. 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.

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