What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Dorset is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Hill and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Hill station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Forest Hill Station /London Rd and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Victoria Station, London Victoria, Bus Station and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Hill and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Hill to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Forest Hill and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Clapham Junction and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Forest Hill to Dorset?

The distance between Forest Hill and Dorset is 140 miles. The road distance is 122.3 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Hill to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Dorset without a car is to train via Basingstoke which takes 4h 43m and costs £65 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Forest Hill to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Forest Hill to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Forest Hill to Dorset?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Dorset is to train via Basingstoke which takes 4h 43m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £100 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Forest Hill to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Forest Hill to Dorset train arrive?

Forest Hill to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Forest Hill to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Hill to Dorset is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Forest Hill to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Dorset.

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Train via Basingstoke
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 43m
£66–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
7h 17m
£28–95
Drive 121.6 mi
1. Drive from Forest Hill to Dorsetcar 121.6 mi
2h 32m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Forest Hill to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Winchestertrain
3. Take the train from Winchester to Pooletrain
4. Take the bus from Poole station to Tescobus X8
5. Take the bus from Tesco to Furzehillbus Cr8
5h 46m
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 53m
£57–173

Forest Hill to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 139.1 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Forest Hill, Greater London, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Forest Hill to Dorset via Clapham Junction, Basingstoke, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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