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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Whitstable is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Whitstable is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Horsebridge via South Station, London Victoria and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Moreton (Dorset) and arriving at Whitstable via Basingstoke, Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Dorset to Whitstable?

The distance between Dorset and Whitstable is 193 miles. The road distance is 173.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Whitstable without a car is to train via Basingstoke which takes 5h 33m and costs £90 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Dorset to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Whitstable train from?

Dorset to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Moreton (Dorset) station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Dorset to Whitstable is to train via Basingstoke which takes 5h 33m and costs £90 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Dorset to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Whitstable train arrive?

Dorset to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Whitstable is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Dorset to Whitstable.

Where can I stay near Whitstable?

There are 1247+ hotels available in Whitstable.

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Train via Basingstoke
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Basingstoketrain
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Clapham Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain
5h 33m
£93–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Stationbus 007 / ...
9h 12m
£40–98
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus Uk061
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
8h 42m
£46–91
Drive 172.7 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Whitstablecar 172.7 mi
3h 4m
£43–61
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate
6h 25m
£89–207

Dorset to Whitstable by bus and train

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8h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.2 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Whitstable via Moreton (Dorset), Basingstoke, Clapham Junction, and London Victoria in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Horsebridge via South Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Bus Station in around 9h 12m.

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