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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Dorset is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Purley and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Purley to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Purley / Downlands Precinct and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Clapham Junction and Basingstoke. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Purley to Dorset?

The distance between Purley and Dorset is 143 miles. The road distance is 118.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Purley to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Dorset bus from?

Purley to Dorset bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Purley to Dorset train from?

Purley to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Clapham Junction station.

Train or bus from Purley to Dorset?

The best way to get from Purley to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Purley to Dorset bus arrive?

Purley to Dorset bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Purley to Dorset train arrive?

Purley to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Basingstoke station.

Can I drive from Purley to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Dorset is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Purley to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2502+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 5 ways to get from Purley to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Basingstoketrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Basingstoke to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 25m
£68–154
Drive 117.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purley to Dorsetcar 117.4 mi
2h 19m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
7h 29m
Train via Winchester
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Winchestertrain London Waterloo - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Pooletrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 31m
£53–119
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Waterloo Station / Tenison Waybus N68
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 12m
£57–142

Purley to Dorset by train and bus

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Distance: 141.8 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Purley to Dorset via Clapham Junction, Basingstoke, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Purley / Downlands Precinct to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via West Croydon Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 7h 29m.

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