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

The cheapest way to get from Hertford to Dorset is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hertford to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Hertford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Hertford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Hertford East and arriving at Dorchester South via Tottenham Hale Station, Green Park station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Hertford to Dorset?

The distance between Hertford and Dorset is 169 miles. The road distance is 143.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hertford to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Hertford to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hertford to Dorset bus from?

Hertford to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Airport Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hertford to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Hertford to Dorset?

The best way to get from Hertford to Dorset is to train which takes 5h 22m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Hertford to Dorset bus arrive?

Hertford to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Hertford to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hertford to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Hertford to Dorset is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Hertford to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2453+ hotels available in Dorset.

Hertford to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

Q: Is there a direct bus between Hertford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Hertford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Tesco and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Airport Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Hertford to Dorset by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 22m
£60–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
7h 50m
£28–51
Drive 142.2 mi
1. Drive from Hertford to Dorsetcar 142.2 mi
2h 25m
£36–52
Train, subway, bus
1. Take the train from Hertford North to Finsbury Parktrain
2. Take the subway from Finsbury Park station to Heathrow Terminals 1-2-3 stationsubway
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 / ...
8h 6m

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Hertford, 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, you can take a bus from Tesco to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Airport Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 7h 50m.

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