What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to New Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to New Forest is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to New Forest?

The fastest way to get from Dover to New Forest is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Dover and New Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to New Forest. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Swindon via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Dover to New Forest?

The distance between Dover and New Forest is 152 miles. The road distance is 152.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dover to New Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to New Forest without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 27m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dover to New Forest?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Dover to New Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to New Forest train from?

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

Where does the Dover to New Forest train arrive?

Dover to New Forest train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Dover to New Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to New Forest is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Dover to New Forest.

Where can I stay near New Forest?

There are 1017+ hotels available in New Forest.

Dover to New Forest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 1 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover to New Forest by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newburytrain
3. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Savernake Hospitalbus X20
4h 27m
Drive 151.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to New Forestcar 151.3 mi
2h 33m
£39–55
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 55m
£73–135
Train, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the train from Tottenham Court Rd to Readingtrain
3. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to Newbury Wharfbus 1
6h 44m
£70–131

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Distance: 151.4 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Dover, England and New Forest, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Police Station via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Swindon, and Fleming Way in around 4h 55m.

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