What is the cheapest way to get from Newton Abbot to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Newton Abbot to Dorset is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newton Abbot to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Newton Abbot to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Newton Abbot and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Newton Abbot to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Sherborne Road and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Newton Abbot and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Newton Abbot to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Newton Abbot and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Newton Abbot to Dorset?

The distance between Newton Abbot and Dorset is 131 miles. The road distance is 73.5 miles.

How do I travel from Newton Abbot to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Newton Abbot to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Newton Abbot to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Newton Abbot to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newton Abbot to Dorset bus from?

Newton Abbot to Dorset bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Newton Abbot to Dorset train from?

Newton Abbot to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Newton Abbot to Dorset?

The best way to get from Newton Abbot to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Newton Abbot to Dorset bus arrive?

Newton Abbot to Dorset bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Newton Abbot to Dorset train arrive?

Newton Abbot to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Newton Abbot to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Newton Abbot to Dorset is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Newton Abbot to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1602+ hotels available in Dorset.

Newton Abbot to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Castle Carytrain Plymouth - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
4h 7m
£69–129
Drive 73 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newton Abbot to Dorsetcar 73 mi
1h 32m
£18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus X51
5h 8m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus X51
6h 55m

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Distance: 130.1 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Newton Abbot, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Newton Abbot to Dorset via Castle Cary, Upwey, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sherborne Road to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, and South Station in around 6h 55m.

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