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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Dorchester is to bus and train which costs £22 - £45 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Dorchester is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Dorchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station station and arriving at South Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Dorchester West via London Paddington and Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Dorchester?

The distance between Heathrow and Dorchester is 122 miles. The road distance is 113.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Dorchester without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs £23 - £60.

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

The bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Station takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Dorchester bus from?

Heathrow to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Dorchester train from?

Heathrow to Dorchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Dorchester is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs £23 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £160 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Heathrow to Dorchester bus arrive?

Heathrow to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Station.

Where does the Heathrow to Dorchester train arrive?

Heathrow to Dorchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Dorchester is 114 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Heathrow to Dorchester.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Heathrow to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Heathrow to Dorchester by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
3h 5m
£23–60
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus Uk061
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain Bournemouth - Weymouth / ...
3h 53m
£22–44
Train
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Castle Carytrain London Paddington - Paignton / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Dorchester Westtrain Swindon - Weymouth / ...
4h 38m
£74–159
Drive 113.3 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Dorchestercar 113.3 mi
1h 59m
£28–40

Heathrow to Dorchester by bus

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Distance: 121.4 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost £23–60 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Dorchester West via London Paddington and Castle Cary in around 4h 38m.

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