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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Dorset is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Ilford Broadway and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Tottenham Court Road Station, London Victoria and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Dorchester South via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Ilford to Dorset?

The distance between Ilford and Dorset is 153 miles. The road distance is 132.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Ilford to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Dorset bus from?

Ilford to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Ilford to Dorset?

The best way to get from Ilford to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Ilford to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilford to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ilford to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Dorset is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Ilford to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2453+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ilford 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
4h 54m
£53–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Stationbus 035
8h 3m
£23–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ilford to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
7h 13m
£34–59
Drive 131.8 mi
1. Drive from Ilford to Dorsetcar 131.8 mi
2h 49m
£34–48

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Distance: 152.5 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Ilford, 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 London Victoria to South Station once daily. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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