What is the cheapest way to get from Northampton to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Dorchester is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northampton to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Northampton Town Centre and arriving at South Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Northampton to Dorchester?

The distance between Northampton and Dorchester is 204 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

How do I travel from Northampton to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Northampton to Dorchester without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 19m and costs £75 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Northampton to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Northampton to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Dorchester bus from?

Northampton to Dorchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Northampton Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Dorchester train from?

Northampton to Dorchester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.

Train or bus from Northampton to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Northampton to Dorchester is to train via London which takes 4h 19m and costs £75 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Northampton to Dorchester bus arrive?

Northampton to Dorchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Northampton to Dorchester train arrive?

Northampton to Dorchester train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Dorchester is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Northampton to Dorchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Northampton to Dorchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Northampton to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Northampton to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Northampton to London Eustontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 19m
£78–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northampton Town Centre to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk905 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
5h 45m
£31–73
Drive 144.5 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Dorchestercar 144.5 mi
2h 48m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Banbury to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain Bournemouth - Weymouth / ...
6h 39m
£81–128

Northampton to Dorchester by train and subway

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.6 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Northampton, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Northampton to Dorchester South via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Northampton Town Centre to South Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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