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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Dorset is to bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station which costs £24 - £40 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Leicester to Dorset?

The distance between Leicester and Dorset is 238 miles. The road distance is 157.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 50m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Leicester to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicester to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicester to Dorset?

The best way to get from Leicester to Dorset is to train via London which takes 4h 50m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Leicester to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leicester to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Dorset is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Leicester to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2464+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Dorset by train, bus, or 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 Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 50m
£115–216
Bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
9h 29m
£24–38
Bus
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
8h 10m
£44–111
Drive 156.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Dorsetcar 156.9 mi
3h 31m
£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 Weymouthtrain
7h 59m
£101–174

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Distance: 236.2 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Dorset via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station in around 8h 10m.

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