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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Dorset is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Preston to Dorset?

The distance between Preston and Dorset is 347 miles. The road distance is 249.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 46m and costs £130 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Preston to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Dorset bus from?

Preston to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Dorset train from?

Preston to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Dorset?

The best way to get from Preston to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 46m and costs £130 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Preston to Dorset bus arrive?

Preston to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Dorset train arrive?

Preston to Dorset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Preston to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Dorset is 250 miles. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Preston to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2463+ hotels available in Dorset.

Preston to Dorset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 46m
£131–264
Drive 248.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Dorsetcar 248.2 mi
4h 38m
£62–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 424
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
12h 15m
£68–167
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Moreton (Dorset)train
5h 21m
£121–276
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
9h 50m
£155–246
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Weymouthtrain
10h 50m
£119–224

Preston to Dorset by bus

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Distance: 344.9 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Dorset via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station in around 12h 15m.

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