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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Dorset is to bus which costs £70 - £130 and takes 15h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Dorset is to bus and fly which takes 3h 54m and costs £80 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Edinburgh Waverley, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.

How far is it from Perth to Dorset?

The distance between Perth and Dorset is 430 miles. The road distance is 471.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 9h 53m and costs £200 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Perth to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Dorset bus from?

Perth to Dorset bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Canal Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Dorset train from?

Perth to Dorset train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Perth station.

Train or bus from Perth to Dorset?

The best way to get from Perth to Dorset is to train via London which takes 9h 53m and costs £200 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £130 and takes 15h 56m.

Where does the Perth to Dorset bus arrive?

Perth to Dorset bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Perth to Dorset train arrive?

Perth to Dorset train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Perth to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Dorset is 472 miles. It takes approximately 8h 21m to drive from Perth to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2447+ hotels available in Dorset.

Perth to Dorset - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Perth and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Canal Street and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Buchanan Bus Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 56m.

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There are 9 ways to get from Perth to Dorset by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bournemouth Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Perth station to Edinburgh Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bournemouth Airport (BOH)plane EDI - BOH
3h 54m
£80–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G3
3. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
15h 56m
£70–126
Train via London
1. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train
9h 53m
£204–346
Drive 469.1 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Dorsetcar 469.1 mi
8h 21m
£117–169
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Perth station to Edinburgh Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane EDI - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
7h 30m
£103–259
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Perth station to Edinburgh Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
8h 38m
£76–197
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane GLA - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
7h 47m
£89–273
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Weymouthtrain
14h 4m
£240–390
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Perth station to Haymarketbus
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Wolverhamptontrain
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
14h 4m
£183–301

Perth to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 427.1 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Perth, Scotland and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Perth to Dorset via Edinburgh Waverley, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 9h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canal Street to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Buchanan Bus Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and South Station in around 15h 56m.

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