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

The cheapest way to get from Lichfield to Dorchester is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 9h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lichfield to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Lichfield and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Lichfield station to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at South Station via Church Centre, Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Lichfield and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Lichfield to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Lichfield City and arriving at Dorchester West via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Lichfield to Dorchester?

The distance between Lichfield and Dorchester is 186 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lichfield to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Lichfield to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lichfield to Dorchester bus from?

Lichfield to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Lichfield to Dorchester train from?

Lichfield to Dorchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Lichfield to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Lichfield to Dorchester is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Lichfield to Dorchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lichfield to Dorchester train arrive?

Lichfield to Dorchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Lichfield to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lichfield to Dorchester is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Lichfield to Dorchester.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Lichfield to Dorchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester Westtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Weymouth / ...
5h 35m
£85–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway 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 31m
£21–35
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
8h 16m
£48–122
Drive 163.6 mi
1. Drive from Lichfield to Dorchestercar 163.6 mi
3h 21m
£40–57

Lichfield to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 185.2 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Lichfield City to Dorchester West via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Temple Meads in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to South Station via Dale House, Church Centre, Birmingham Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 16m.

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