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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Dorset is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 10h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Priory Street and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, London Victoria and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Dorset. 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 5h 52m.

How far is it from Dover to Dorset?

The distance between Dover and Dorset is 221 miles. The road distance is 187.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 52m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Dover to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dover to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Dover to Dorset?

The best way to get from Dover to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 52m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 10h 32m.

Where does the Dover to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dover to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dover to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Dorset is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Dover to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2453+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 5 ways to get from Dover to Dorset by train, bus, or 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
5h 52m
£86–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Stationbus 035
10h 32m
£33–56
Drive 186.1 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Dorsetcar 186.1 mi
3h 14m
£47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo Easttrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 17m
£84–178
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
8h 41m
£87–161

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Distance: 220 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Priory Street to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and South Station in around 10h 32m.

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