What is the cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dorset is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gatwick Airport and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Gatwick Airport to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Gatwick Airport and Dorset?

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

How far is it from Gatwick Airport to Dorset?

The distance between Gatwick Airport and Dorset is 156 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

How do I travel from Gatwick Airport to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 4m and costs £75 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Gatwick Airport to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Gatwick Airport to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Dorset bus from?

Gatwick Airport to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Gatwick Airport to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Gatwick Airport to Dorset?

The best way to get from Gatwick Airport to Dorset is to train via London which takes 4h 4m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Dorset bus arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport T5 - station.

Where does the Gatwick Airport to Dorset train arrive?

Gatwick Airport to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Winchester station.

Can I drive from Gatwick Airport to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Gatwick Airport to Dorset is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Gatwick Airport to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2510+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 4 ways to get from Gatwick Airport to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Winchestertrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 4m
£78–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
6h 2m
£26–62
Drive 115.9 mi
1. Drive from Gatwick Airport to Dorsetcar 115.9 mi
2h 29m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Havanttrain London Victoria - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
6h 10m
£63–137

Gatwick Airport to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 154.9 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Gatwick Airport, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Dorset via Clapham Junction, Winchester, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via London Heathrow Airport T5 -, Heathrow Terminal 5, and South Station in around 6h 2m.

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