What is the cheapest way to get from East Croydon to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from East Croydon to Dorset is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Croydon to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from East Croydon to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between East Croydon and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from East Croydon station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between East Croydon and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from East Croydon to Dorset. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Dorchester South via Clapham Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from East Croydon to Dorset?

The distance between East Croydon and Dorset is 145 miles. The road distance is 120.1 miles.

How do I travel from East Croydon to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from East Croydon to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £45 - £110.

How long does it take to get from East Croydon to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from East Croydon to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Croydon to Dorset bus from?

East Croydon to Dorset bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station.

Where do I catch the East Croydon to Dorset train from?

East Croydon to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from East Croydon to Dorset?

The best way to get from East Croydon to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the East Croydon to Dorset bus arrive?

East Croydon to Dorset bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the East Croydon to Dorset train arrive?

East Croydon to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Dorchester South station.

Can I drive from East Croydon to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between East Croydon to Dorset is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from East Croydon to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 54m
£49–106
Drive 119.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from East Croydon to Dorsetcar 119.4 mi
2h 23m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
7h 7m
Bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
8h 31m

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Distance: 144.2 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between East Croydon, England and Dorset, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from Clapham Junction to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £45–100 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dingwall Road / East Croydon Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station in around 7h 7m.

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