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

The cheapest way to get from Portsmouth to Dorset is to bus which costs £13 - £29 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsmouth to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Portsmouth and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Portsmouth to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Clarence Pier and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Portsmouth and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Portsmouth to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Portsmouth & Southsea and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Portsmouth to Dorset?

The distance between Portsmouth and Dorset is 81 miles. The road distance is 68 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Portsmouth to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Dorset bus from?

Portsmouth to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Clarence Pier station.

Where do I catch the Portsmouth to Dorset train from?

Portsmouth to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Portsmouth & Southsea station.

Train or bus from Portsmouth to Dorset?

The best way to get from Portsmouth to Dorset is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £29 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Portsmouth to Dorset bus arrive?

Portsmouth to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Seldown Coach Station.

Where does the Portsmouth to Dorset train arrive?

Portsmouth to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Portsmouth to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsmouth to Dorset is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Portsmouth to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1602+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Southampton Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Moreton (Dorset)train Southampton Central - Weymouth / ...
2h 43m
£45–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Clarence Pier to Seldown Coach Stationbus Vc1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Tescobus X8
4h 15m
£14–28
Drive 67.6 mi
1. Drive from Portsmouth to Dorsetcar 67.6 mi
1h 14m
£17–24
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain
3. Take the bus from Poole station to Tescobus X8
4h 15m
£27–61

Portsmouth to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 80.8 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Portsmouth & Southsea to Dorset via Southampton Central and Moreton (Dorset) in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clarence Pier to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Seldown Coach Station, Bus Station, and Tesco in around 4h 15m.

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