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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Dorset is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Reading and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Dorset?

The distance between Gloucester and Dorset is 182 miles. The road distance is 95.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Dorset without a car is to train via Reading which takes 4h 45m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Gloucester to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Dorset train from?

Gloucester to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Gloucester station.

Where does the Gloucester to Dorset train arrive?

Gloucester to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Dorset is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Gloucester to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Dorset.

Gloucester to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Readingtrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 45m
£98–165
Drive 95 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gloucester to Dorsetcar 95 mi
2h 11m
£24–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus Cr5
7h 3m
£26–47
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
5h 4m
£55–110

Gloucester to Dorset by train and bus

50Weekly Services

7h 3mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.7 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Gloucester, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Gloucester to Dorset via Reading, Bournemouth, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 45m.

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