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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Dorchester is to line 321 bus and bus and train which costs £24 - £55 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at South Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Dorchester South via West Hampstead station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Luton to Dorchester?

The distance between Luton and Dorchester is 168 miles. The road distance is 144.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Luton to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Dorchester bus from?

Luton to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Dorchester train from?

Luton to Dorchester train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Luton to Dorchester is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Luton to Dorchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Luton to Dorchester train arrive?

Luton to Dorchester train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at West Hampstead Thameslink station.

Can I drive from Luton to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Dorchester is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Luton to Dorchester.

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

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Luton to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 321 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to West Hampstead Thameslinktrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
3h 52m
£74–175
Line 321 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Watford Junction stationbus 321
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
7h 13m
£25–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
5h 10m
£30–77
Drive 143.4 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Dorchestercar 143.4 mi
2h 27m
£35–50

Luton to Dorchester by bus and train

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7h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.1 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Dorchester South via West Hampstead Thameslink, West Hampstead station, Waterloo station, and London Waterloo in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to South Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 10m.

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