What is the cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Hemel Hempstead and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Marlowes and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Watford Junction station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Hemel Hempstead and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset?

The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Dorset is 168 miles. The road distance is 127.7 miles.

How do I travel from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £50 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Hemel Hempstead to Dorset is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Hemel Hempstead to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2453+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 8m
£54–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
7h 5m
£22–42
Drive 126.9 mi
1. Drive from Hemel Hempstead to Dorsetcar 126.9 mi
2h 14m
£32–47
Line 322 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Riverside to Watford Junction stationbus 322 / ...
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tescobus X8
5. Take the bus from Tesco to Dorchester Road Traffic Lightsbus Cr8 / ...
7h 58m

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Distance: 166.9 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Hemel Hempstead, England and Dorset, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Station twice a week. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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