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

The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Dorset is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughborough to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Loughborough and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Loughborough to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Loughborough (Leics) and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Loughborough to Dorset?

The distance between Loughborough and Dorset is 256 miles. The road distance is 172.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loughborough to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 2m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Loughborough to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Dorset train from?

Loughborough to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Loughborough (Leics) station.

Train or bus from Loughborough to Dorset?

The best way to get from Loughborough to Dorset is to train via London which takes 6h 2m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Loughborough to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Loughborough to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Loughborough to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughborough to Dorset is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Loughborough to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Dorset.

Loughborough to Dorset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Loughborough and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Loughborough to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Lemyngton Street 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 8h 54m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Loughborough to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Loughborough (Leics) to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 2m
£97–182
Bus
cheapest
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
8h 54m
£33–57
Drive 171.4 mi
1. Drive from Loughborough to Dorsetcar 171.4 mi
3h 34m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
8h
£108–175
Train #2
1. Take the train from Derby to Cheltenham Spatrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Weymouthtrain Cheltenham Spa - Weymouth
9h 42m
£95–168

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Distance: 254.1 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a train from Loughborough (Leics) to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lemyngton Street to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 8h 54m.

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