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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Dorset is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Dorset?

The distance between Nottingham and Dorset is 265 miles. The road distance is 186.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 28m and costs £120 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Nottingham to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Dorset bus from?

Nottingham to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Dorset train from?

Nottingham to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Dorset?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 28m and costs £120 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Nottingham to Dorset bus arrive?

Nottingham to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Nottingham to Dorset train arrive?

Nottingham to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Dorset is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Nottingham to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2503+ hotels available in Dorset.

Nottingham to Dorset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Nottingham to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 28m
£129–249
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
8h 57m
£37–80
Drive 185.3 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Dorsetcar 185.3 mi
3h 51m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Bournemouthtrain Nottingham - Bournemouth
7h 57m
£130–180
Train #2
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
8h 22m
£115–193
Train #3
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
8h 24m
£113–187

Nottingham to Dorset by train and bus

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7h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 263.5 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Nottingham, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Nottingham to Dorset via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station in around 8h 57m.

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