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

The cheapest way to get from Matlock to Dorset is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matlock to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Matlock and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Matlock to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Olde Englishe Road and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Matlock and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Matlock and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Derby, Birmingham New Street and Winchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Matlock to Dorset?

The distance between Matlock and Dorset is 260 miles. The road distance is 197.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Matlock to Dorset without a car is to train via Winchester which takes 7h 5m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Matlock to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Dorset bus from?

Matlock to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Dorset train from?

Matlock to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Matlock to Dorset?

The best way to get from Matlock to Dorset is to train via Winchester which takes 7h 5m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the Matlock to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matlock to Dorset train arrive?

Matlock to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Matlock to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Matlock to Dorset is 198 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Matlock to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2439+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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Train via Winchester
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Winchestertrain
3. Take the train from Winchester to Moreton (Dorset)train
7h 5m
£118–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G28
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
9h 59m
£30–57
Drive 196.7 mi
1. Drive from Matlock to Dorsetcar 196.7 mi
4h 19m
£49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
8h 24m
£100–170

Matlock to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 258.9 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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

You can take a train from Matlock to Dorset via Derby, Birmingham New Street, Winchester, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Olde Englishe Road to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and South Station in around 9h 59m.

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