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

The cheapest way to get from London to Dorchester is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between London and Dorchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at South Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between London and Dorchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Waterloo and arriving at Dorchester South. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from London to Dorchester?

The distance between London and Dorchester is 136 miles. The road distance is 125.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £55 - £130.

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

The train from London Waterloo Station to Dorchester South takes 2h 46m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the London to Dorchester bus from?

London to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Dorchester train from?

London to Dorchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from London to Dorchester?

The best way to get from London to Dorchester is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the London to Dorchester bus arrive?

London to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Station.

Where does the London to Dorchester train arrive?

London to Dorchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Dorchester South station.

Can I drive from London to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Dorchester is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from London to Dorchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from London to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1716+ hotels available in Dorchester.

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There are 3 ways to get from London to Dorchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
2h 46m
£55–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Stationbus 035
4h 10m
£25–60
Drive 125 mi
1. Drive from London to Dorchestercar 125 mi
2h 25m
£31–44

London to Dorchester by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.9 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to South Station twice daily. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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