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

The cheapest way to get from Ely to Dorchester is to bus which costs £35 - £100 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ely to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ely and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ely to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at South Station via Parkside and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ely and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Ely to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Ely and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Ely to Dorchester?

The distance between Ely and Dorchester is 209 miles. The road distance is 194.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ely to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £85 - £220.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ely to Dorchester bus from?

Ely to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Ely to Dorchester train from?

Ely to Dorchester train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Ely station.

Train or bus from Ely to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Ely to Dorchester is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £85 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Ely to Dorchester bus arrive?

Ely to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Ely to Dorchester train arrive?

Ely to Dorchester train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Ely to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ely to Dorchester is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Ely to Dorchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Ely to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ely to Dorchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ely to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 51m
£90–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
8h 14m
£39–98
Drive 193.5 mi
1. Drive from Ely to Dorchestercar 193.5 mi
3h 28m
£47–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ely to Stansted Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Waterloo Stationbus A8
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain
5h 50m
£81–182

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Distance: 208.1 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Ely to Dorchester South via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to South Station via Drummer St Bus Station, Parkside, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 14m.

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