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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Dorset is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Lincoln station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Rail Station Car Park and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Central and arriving at Dorchester South via Newark North Gate, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Dorset?

The distance between Lincoln and Dorset is 281 miles. The road distance is 210 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 44m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Lincoln to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Dorset bus from?

Lincoln to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Dorset train from?

Lincoln to Dorset train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newark North Gate station.

Train or bus from Lincoln to Dorset?

The best way to get from Lincoln to Dorset is to train via London which takes 6h 44m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Lincoln to Dorset bus arrive?

Lincoln to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Lincoln to Dorset train arrive?

Lincoln to Dorset train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Dorset is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Lincoln to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Dorset.

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Newark North Gate to King's Crosstrain Bradford Forster Square - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 44m
£92–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G28
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
10h 5m
£37–63
Drive 208.8 mi
1. Drive from Lincoln to Dorsetcar 208.8 mi
4h 30m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
8h 59m
£125–192
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus
12h 12m
£45–65

Lincoln to Dorset by train, foot, subway, and bus

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Distance: 279.2 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Newark North Gate, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station Car Park to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station in around 10h 5m.

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