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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Watford is to bus via Watford Junction station which costs £18 - £26 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Watford is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Watford. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Town Hall via Tesco, Seldown Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Watford. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Watford Junction via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Dorset to Watford?

The distance between Dorset and Watford is 161 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Watford without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Dorset to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Watford bus from?

Dorset to Watford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Watford train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Watford?

The best way to get from Dorset to Watford is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Dorset to Watford bus arrive?

Dorset to Watford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Dorset to Watford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Watford is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Dorset to Watford.

Where can I stay near Watford?

There are 12762+ hotels available in Watford.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
3h 54m
£54–130
Bus via Watford Junction station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
7h 6m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035 / ...
6h 35m
£21–33
Drive 123.2 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Watfordcar 123.2 mi
2h 13m
£31–45

Dorset to Watford by bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 159.8 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Dorchester South to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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