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

The cheapest way to get from Leicestershire to Dorset is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 9h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicestershire to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Leicestershire and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicestershire to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Oakland Avenue and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Leicestershire and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Leicestershire 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 5h 18m.

How far is it from Leicestershire to Dorset?

The distance between Leicestershire and Dorset is 241 miles. The road distance is 160.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicestershire to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 18m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Leicestershire to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicestershire to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leicestershire to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Leicestershire to Dorset?

The best way to get from Leicestershire to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 18m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 9h 21m.

Where does the Leicestershire to Dorset bus arrive?

Leicestershire to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Leicestershire to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicestershire to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicestershire to Dorset is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Leicestershire to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2515+ hotels available in Dorset.

Leicestershire to Dorset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Leicestershire 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
5h 18m
£118–227
Bus via Seldown Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk900
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
9h 43m
£29–101
Bus
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
9h 21m
£38–80
Drive 159.1 mi
1. Drive from Leicestershire to Dorsetcar 159.1 mi
3h 36m
£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
8h 41m
£104–181
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X6
2. Take the train from Coventry to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
9h 13m
£109–175

Leicestershire to Dorset by bus

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9h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 239.7 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Uxbridge Road to Dorset via Haymarket Bus Station, Rail Station, Leicester, London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oakland Avenue to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 9h 21m.

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