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

The cheapest way to get from Grantham to Dorchester is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grantham to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Grantham and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Grantham station to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at South Station via Crown Inn, St Margaret's Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Grantham and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Grantham to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Grantham and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Grantham to Dorchester?

The distance between Grantham and Dorchester is 244 miles. The road distance is 200.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grantham to Dorchester without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 42m and costs £85 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Grantham to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Dorchester bus from?

Grantham to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Dorchester train from?

Grantham to Dorchester train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Train or bus from Grantham to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Grantham to Dorchester is to train via London which takes 4h 42m and costs £85 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 42m.

Where does the Grantham to Dorchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Grantham to Dorchester train arrive?

Grantham to Dorchester train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Grantham to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Grantham to Dorchester is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Grantham to Dorchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Grantham to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 42m
£86–197
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
9h 42m
£48–116
Drive 199 mi
1. Drive from Grantham to Dorchestercar 199 mi
3h 57m
£48–70
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Dorchester Westtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
7h 52m
£117–202

Grantham to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 242.8 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Grantham to Dorchester South via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to South Station via St Mary's Way, Crown Inn, Haymarket Bus Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 42m.

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