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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Dawlish is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 3m.

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 3m and costs £23 - £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 Temple Meads Stn, Bristol Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

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 37m.

How far is it from Melksham to Dawlish?

The distance between Melksham and Dawlish is 100 miles. The road distance is 98 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 37m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m 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 FlixBus, depart from Bristol 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 37m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs £19 - £55 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Melksham to Dawlish bus arrive?

Melksham to Dawlish bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Exeter 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 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Melksham to Dawlish.

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

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Melksham to Dawlish - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

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There are 4 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 - Plymouth / ...
2h 37m
£44–88
Bus, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeterbus Uk087 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lanhernebus 2
5h 53m
£20–55
Drive 97.5 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Dawlishcar 97.5 mi
2h 3m
£24–35
Line 272 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Grand Paradebus 272 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Dawlishtrain London Paddington - Plymouth
3h 34m
£42–88

Melksham to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 99.2 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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 £40–80 and the journey takes 1h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Lanherne via Grand Parade, Bath Spa, Bristol Temple Meads, Temple Meads Stn, The Haymarket, Bristol Bus Station, Exeter, and Bus Station in around 5h 53m.

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