What is the cheapest way to get from Melksham to Dawlish?

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Dawlish is to bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 6h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melksham to Dawlish?

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Dawlish is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Lanherne via Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Dawlish via Westbury (Wilts). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Melksham to Dawlish?

The distance between Melksham and Dawlish is 100 miles. The road distance is 97 miles.

How do I travel from Melksham to Dawlish without a car?

The best way to get from Melksham to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Melksham to Dawlish?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Melksham to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Dawlish bus from?

Melksham to Dawlish bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Dawlish train from?

Melksham to Dawlish train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Westbury (Wilts) station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Melksham to Dawlish is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Melksham to Dawlish bus arrive?

Melksham to Dawlish bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Melksham to Dawlish train arrive?

Melksham to Dawlish train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Dawlish station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Dawlish is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Melksham to Dawlish.

How do I get a train ticket from Melksham to Dawlish?

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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There are 5 ways to get from Melksham to Dawlish by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Dawlishtrain London Paddington - Paignton / ...
2h 39m
£39–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
6h 4m
£15–31
Line 19 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bristol Parkway Stnbus 19
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Dawlishtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton / ...
5h 11m
£44–72
Drive 96.4 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Dawlishcar 96.4 mi
2h 5m
£25–35
Line 272 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Stationbus 272 / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h
£41–81

Melksham to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 99.2 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Dawlish, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Westbury (Wilts) to Dawlish 5 times a day. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Lanherne via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, Exeter, and Bus Station in around 6h 4m.

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