What is the cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Ilkeston to Dorchester is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Ilkeston to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ilkeston and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilkeston to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at South Station via Mount Street, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Ilkeston and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Ilkeston to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Long Eaton and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Ilkeston to Dorchester?

The distance between Ilkeston and Dorchester is 271 miles. The road distance is 189.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ilkeston to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Dorchester without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 9m and costs £120 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Ilkeston to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Ilkeston to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Dorchester bus from?

Ilkeston to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ilkeston to Dorchester train from?

Ilkeston to Dorchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Long Eaton station.

Train or bus from Ilkeston to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Ilkeston to Dorchester is to train via London which takes 6h 9m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Ilkeston to Dorchester bus arrive?

Ilkeston to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Ilkeston to Dorchester train arrive?

Ilkeston to Dorchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Ilkeston to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilkeston to Dorchester is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Ilkeston to Dorchester.

Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1716+ hotels available in Dorchester.

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 9m
£120–233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Museumbus Cr5
11h 36m
£32–52
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
9h 19m
£56–134
Drive 188.1 mi
1. Drive from Ilkeston to Dorchestercar 188.1 mi
3h 53m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Long Eaton to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Dorchester Westtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
7h 30m
£104–186

Ilkeston to Dorchester by bus, train, foot, and subway

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6h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 269.7 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Ilkeston, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a bus from Market Place to Dorchester South via The Bell, Long Eaton, London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to South Station via Upper Parliament Street, Mount Street, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 19m.

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