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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Dorset is to bus and line 376 bus which costs £11 - £20 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Kingsway K14 and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Newport to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Dorchester South via Westbury (Wilts) and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Newport to Dorset?

The distance between Newport and Dorset is 121 miles. The road distance is 90.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newport to Dorset without a car is to train via Westbury which takes 5h 39m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Newport to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport to Dorset bus from?

Newport to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Kingsway K14 station.

Where do I catch the Newport to Dorset train from?

Newport to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newport (S Wales) station.

Train or bus from Newport to Dorset?

The best way to get from Newport to Dorset is to train via Westbury which takes 5h 39m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Newport to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newport to Dorset train arrive?

Newport to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Westbury (Wilts) station.

Can I drive from Newport to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Dorset is 90 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Newport to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1575+ hotels available in Dorset.

Newport to Dorset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 376 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Newport to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train via Westbury
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Westbury (Wilts)train Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
5h 39m
£47–89
Bus, line 376 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus Cr5
7h 32m
£12–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G23
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
5h 45m
£15–25
Drive 89.7 mi
1. Drive from Newport to Dorsetcar 89.7 mi
2h 16m
£23–33
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
5h 50m
£46–89

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Newport, Wales and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Newport (S Wales) to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Westbury (Wilts), Upwey, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway K14 to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station in around 5h 45m.

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