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How to get fromPadstow to Dorchesterby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Padstow to Dorchester by bus, train, or car

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  1. Line 57 bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from School Hill to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus bus 57
    2. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Castle Carytrain train
    3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Dorchester Westtrain train
    6h 31m
    £77–150

  2. Drive 128.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Padstow to Dorchestercar car 128.2 mi
    2h 38m
    £31–45

  3. Line 57 bus, train via Exeter

    1. Take the bus from New Street to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus bus 57
    2. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Exeter St Davidstrain train
    3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain train
    7h 5m
    £49–94

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  • Distance: 189.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Padstow to Dorchester. However, you can take the line 57 bus to Bodmin Parkway Station, walk to Bodmin Parkway, take the train to Castle Cary, then take the train to Dorchester West. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Street to The Museum via Bodmin Parkway Station, Bodmin Parkway, Exeter St Davids, Axminster, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 5m.

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