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

The cheapest way to get from England to Dorset is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from England to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between England and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from England to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via London Victoria, Bus Station and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between England and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from England station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Charing Cross station and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from England to Dorset?

The distance between England and Dorset is 136 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from England to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from England to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the England to Dorset bus from?

England to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the England to Dorset train from?

England to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from England to Dorset?

The best way to get from England to Dorset is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £70 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the England to Dorset bus arrive?

England to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Seldown Coach Station.

Where does the England to Dorset train arrive?

England to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Moreton (Dorset) station.

Can I drive from England to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between England to Dorset is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from England to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2502+ hotels available in Dorset.

England to Dorset - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from England to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
3h 26m
£65–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
6h 34m
£26–67
Drive 119.7 mi
1. Drive from London to Dorsetcar 119.7 mi
2h 21m
£30–43

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Distance: 135.5 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between England and Dorset, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset) hourly. Tickets cost £50–130 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £21–55 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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