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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Dorset is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 9h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via King Street, London Victoria, Bus Station and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Kent and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Kent to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Lenham and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Maidstone East and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Kent to Dorset?

The distance between Kent and Dorset is 183 miles. The road distance is 156.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Kent to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Dorset bus from?

Kent to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Kent to Dorset train from?

Kent to Dorset train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Kent to Dorset?

The best way to get from Kent to Dorset is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Kent to Dorset bus arrive?

Kent to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Kent to Dorset train arrive?

Kent to Dorset train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Waterloo East station.

Can I drive from Kent to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Dorset is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Kent to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2447+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 5 ways to get from Kent to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Waterloo Easttrain Ashford International - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 24m
£83–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035 / ...
9h 9m
£27–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
9h 3m
£41–67
Drive 155.4 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Dorsetcar 155.4 mi
2h 46m
£39–56
Train via Poole
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
7h 42m
£69–134

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Distance: 182.1 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a train from Lenham to Dorset via Maidstone East, London Waterloo East, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via King Street, London Victoria, Seldown Coach Station, Bus Station, and Tesco in around 9h 9m.

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