What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Dorchester is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Dover to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at South Station via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Dover to Dorchester?

The distance between Dover and Dorchester is 216 miles. The road distance is 192.5 miles.

How do I travel from Dover to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to Dorchester without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 38m and costs £95 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Dover to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Dover to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Dorchester bus from?

Dover to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Dover to Dorchester train from?

Dover to Dorchester train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Train or bus from Dover to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Dover to Dorchester is to train via London which takes 4h 38m and costs £95 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Dover to Dorchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Dorchester train arrive?

Dover to Dorchester train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Dorchester is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Dover to Dorchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Dover to Dorchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dover to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Dover to Dorchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 38m
£96–216
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Stationbus 035
8h 56m
£41–98
Drive 191.4 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Dorchestercar 191.4 mi
3h 17m
£47–67
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo Easttrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 4m
£95–207
Train via Eastbourne
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Hampden Park (Sussex)train
2. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Dorchester Southtrain
7h 31m
£96–208

Dover to Dorchester by train and foot

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Distance: 214.5 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Dover, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Dorchester South via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to South Station via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 56m.

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