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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Dorset is to bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station which costs £15 - £22 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Dorchester South via Paddington station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Dorset?

The distance between Heathrow and Dorset is 127 miles. The road distance is 108.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Dorset without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Heathrow to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Dorset train from?

Heathrow to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Dorset?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Dorset is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Heathrow to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Heathrow to Dorset train arrive?

Heathrow to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Dorchester South station.

Can I drive from Heathrow to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Dorset is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Heathrow to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Dorset.

Heathrow to Dorset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 446 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Heathrow to Dorset by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
4h 20m
£18–35
Bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
6h 5m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 57m
£58–143
Drive 108 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Dorsetcar 108 mi
1h 56m
£28–40
Line 446 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 4 to Woking stationbus 446
2. Take the train from Woking to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 12m
£44–90

Heathrow to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 126.7 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Station twice a week. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 44m.

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