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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Dorchester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Memorial Roundabout and arriving at South Station via Old Steine and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Dorchester South via Brighton and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Dorchester?

The distance between Eastbourne and Dorchester is 142 miles. The road distance is 139.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Eastbourne to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Dorchester bus from?

Eastbourne to Dorchester bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, depart from Memorial Roundabout station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Dorchester train from?

Eastbourne to Dorchester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Dorchester is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 23m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Dorchester bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Dorchester bus services, operated by Brighton & Hove, arrive at Old Steine station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Dorchester train arrive?

Eastbourne to Dorchester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Dorchester is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Eastbourne to Dorchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Eastbourne to Dorchester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Eastbourne to Dorchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Dorchester Southtrain Southampton Central - Weymouth / ...
4h 51m
£65–144
Drive 138.3 mi
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1. Drive from Eastbourne to Dorchestercar 138.3 mi
2h 32m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Memorial Roundabout to Old Steinebus 12X / ...
2. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
7h 23m
£40–91

Eastbourne to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 141.4 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Dorchester South via Brighton and Southampton Central in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Memorial Roundabout to South Station via Old Steine and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 7h 23m.

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