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 £14 - £21 and takes 5h 35m.

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 £26 - £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 12m.

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 Moreton (Dorset) via London Paddington, Reading and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Dorset?

The distance between Heathrow and Dorset is 154 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 train which takes 4h 3m and costs £75 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m 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 Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Dorset?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £75 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 12m.

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 Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading 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 2454+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain London Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 3m
£75–182
Bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
5h 35m
£15–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
4h 12m
£19–35
Drive 108 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Dorsetcar 108 mi
1h 56m
£27–39
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Woking Railway Station Southsidebus Ra2
2. Take the train from Woking to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 34m
£43–93

Heathrow to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Dorset via London Paddington, Reading, Basingstoke, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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