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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Dorset is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Peterborough and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Peterborough to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Queensgate Bus Stn and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Dorset?

The distance between Peterborough and Dorset is 215 miles. The road distance is 181 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £80 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Peterborough to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Dorset bus from?

Peterborough to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Queensgate Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Dorset train from?

Peterborough to Dorset train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Train or bus from Peterborough to Dorset?

The best way to get from Peterborough to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £80 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Peterborough to Dorset bus arrive?

Peterborough to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Peterborough to Dorset train arrive?

Peterborough to Dorset train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Dorset is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Peterborough to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2453+ hotels available in Dorset.

Peterborough to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Peterborough to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 35m
£83–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G37
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
9h 25m
£32–55
Drive 179.9 mi
1. Drive from Peterborough to Dorsetcar 179.9 mi
3h 30m
£45–65
Train via Kings Statue
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Farringdontrain Peterborough - Horsham
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 53m
£94–167

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Distance: 213.9 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Peterborough to Dorset via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station in around 9h 25m.

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