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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Dorchester is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 9h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at South Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Leicester to Dorchester?

The distance between Leicester and Dorchester is 238 miles. The road distance is 161.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Dorchester without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 37m and costs £100 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Leicester to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dorchester bus from?

Leicester to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dorchester train from?

Leicester to Dorchester train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Leicester to Dorchester is to train via London which takes 4h 37m and costs £100 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Leicester to Dorchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Dorchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Dorchester is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Leicester to Dorchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Leicester to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Leicester to Dorchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 37m
£107–211
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's 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
9h 7m
£23–38
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
7h 15m
£44–110
Drive 160.8 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Dorchestercar 160.8 mi
3h 35m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester Westtrain
5h 54m
£101–170

Leicester to Dorchester by train, foot, and subway

203Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.2 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Dorchester South via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to South Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 15m.

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