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

The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Dorchester is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lewes to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Lewes and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Lewes to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at South Station via Old Steine and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Lewes and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Lewes to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Lewes and arriving at Dorchester South via Brighton and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Lewes to Dorchester?

The distance between Lewes and Dorchester is 126 miles. The road distance is 124 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lewes to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Lewes to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Dorchester bus from?

Lewes to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Lewes to Dorchester train from?

Lewes to Dorchester train services, operated by Southern, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Lewes to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Lewes to Dorchester is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Lewes to Dorchester bus arrive?

Lewes to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Lewes to Dorchester train arrive?

Lewes to Dorchester train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Lewes to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lewes to Dorchester is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Lewes to Dorchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Dorchester Southtrain Southampton Central - Weymouth / ...
4h 24m
£57–128
Drive 123.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lewes to Dorchestercar 123.3 mi
2h 11m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
6h 44m
£37–89

Lewes to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 125.6 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Lewes to Dorchester South via Brighton and Southampton Central in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to South Station via Old Steine and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 6h 44m.

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