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

The cheapest way to get from Penzance to Dorchester is to bus which costs £18 - £65 and takes 9h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penzance to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Penzance and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Penzance station to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Museum via Bus Station, Trinity Square and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Penzance and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Penzance to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Penzance and arriving at Dorchester West via Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Penzance to Dorchester?

The distance between Penzance and Dorchester is 221 miles. The road distance is 163.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penzance to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Penzance to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Dorchester bus from?

Penzance to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Penzance to Dorchester train from?

Penzance to Dorchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Penzance station.

Train or bus from Penzance to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Penzance to Dorchester is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £65 and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Penzance to Dorchester bus arrive?

Penzance to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Penzance to Dorchester train arrive?

Penzance to Dorchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Penzance to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Penzance to Dorchester is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Penzance to Dorchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penzance to Castle Carytrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Dorchester Westtrain Swindon - Weymouth / ...
5h 35m
£99–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus 44A
9h 22m
£18–65
Drive 162.1 mi
1. Drive from Penzance to Dorchestercar 162.1 mi
3h 5m
£40–57
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Penzance to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain Exeter St Davids - London Waterloo / ...
6h 35m
£70–134

Penzance to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 220.2 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Penzance to Dorchester West via Castle Cary in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Museum via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Trinity Square, and Bus Station in around 9h 22m.

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