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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Dorset is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Cardinal Park Cinema and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Dorchester South via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Dorset?

The distance between Ipswich and Dorset is 215 miles. The road distance is 194.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Ipswich to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Dorset bus from?

Ipswich to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardinal Park Cinema station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Dorset train from?

Ipswich to Dorset train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Ipswich station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Dorset?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Dorset is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Ipswich to Dorset bus arrive?

Ipswich to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Ipswich to Dorset train arrive?

Ipswich to Dorset train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Dorset is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Ipswich to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Dorset.

Ipswich to Dorset - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ipswich to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ipswich to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 41m
£81–162
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Coach Stationbus 717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
9h 25m
£34–63
Drive 193 mi
1. Drive from Ipswich to Dorsetcar 193 mi
3h 59m
£49–70

Ipswich to Dorset by train, subway, and bus

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5h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 213.5 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Ipswich to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Stratford (London), Stratford station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardinal Park Cinema to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 9h 25m.

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