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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Dorset is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £65 - £110 and takes 18h 29m.

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 4h 4m 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 - £340.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m 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 - £340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £80 - £150 and takes 16h 4m.

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 2454+ 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 16h 4m.

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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
4h 4m
£80–225
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus M90
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus
18h 29m
£68–108
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
£204–335
Bus
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
16h 4m
£81–142
Drive 469.1 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Dorsetcar 469.1 mi
8h 21m
£116–167
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 50m
£108–249
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 55m
£88–263
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 54m
£76–192
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
14h 13m
£240–384

Perth to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 427.1 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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 16h 4m.

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