What is the cheapest way to get from New Forest to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from New Forest to Dorset is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Forest to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from New Forest to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between New Forest and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from New Forest to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Business Park and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Tesco Superstore, Endless Street and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Is there a direct train between New Forest and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from New Forest to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Weymouth via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from New Forest to Dorset?

The distance between New Forest and Dorset is 70 miles. The road distance is 65 miles.

How do I travel from New Forest to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from New Forest to Dorset without a car is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs .

How long does it take to get from New Forest to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from New Forest to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Forest to Dorset bus from?

New Forest to Dorset bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, depart from Tesco Superstore station.

Where do I catch the New Forest to Dorset train from?

New Forest to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from New Forest to Dorset?

The best way to get from New Forest to Dorset is to bus which takes 4h 57m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the New Forest to Dorset bus arrive?

New Forest to Dorset bus services, operated by Salisbury Reds, arrive at Blue Boar Row station.

Where does the New Forest to Dorset train arrive?

New Forest to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Weymouth station.

Can I drive from New Forest to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between New Forest to Dorset is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from New Forest to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1568+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 3 ways to get from New Forest to Dorset by bus, train, or car

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best
1. Take the bus from Tesco Superstore to Blue Boar Rowbus 8
2. Take the bus from Endless Street to Market Placebus 20
4h 57m
Drive 64.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Forest to Dorsetcar 64.6 mi
1h 32m
£16–24
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Weymouthtrain Swindon - Weymouth
5h 23m
£40–77

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Distance: 69.5 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between New Forest, Wiltshire, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a bus from Business Park to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Tesco Superstore, Blue Boar Row, Endless Street, and Market Place in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swindon to Weymouth twice a week. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 2h 13m.

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