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

The cheapest way to get from Maidenhead to Dorset is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidenhead to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Maidenhead and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidenhead station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Rail Station - Clocktower and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Maidenhead and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Maidenhead to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Maidenhead and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Reading and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Maidenhead to Dorset?

The distance between Maidenhead and Dorset is 115 miles. The road distance is 102.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Maidenhead to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Dorset bus from?

Maidenhead to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Dorset train from?

Maidenhead to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Maidenhead to Dorset?

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Dorset is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Maidenhead to Dorset bus arrive?

Maidenhead to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Station.

Where does the Maidenhead to Dorset train arrive?

Maidenhead to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Moreton (Dorset) station.

Can I drive from Maidenhead to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidenhead to Dorset is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Maidenhead to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1603+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 4 ways to get from Maidenhead to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
3h 36m
£55–129
Drive 102 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidenhead to Dorsetcar 102 mi
1h 52m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
5h 21m
£41–77
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Poole station to Tescobus X8
5h 18m
£50–85

Maidenhead to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 114.5 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Moreton (Dorset) hourly. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost £23–55 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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