What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Dorchester is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at South Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Dorchester South via Winchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Reading to Dorchester?

The distance between Reading and Dorchester is 104 miles. The road distance is 89.2 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Dorchester without a car is to train via Winchester which takes 2h 45m and costs £45 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Reading to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Dorchester bus from?

Reading to Dorchester bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Dorchester train from?

Reading to Dorchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Reading to Dorchester is to train via Winchester which takes 2h 45m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Reading to Dorchester bus arrive?

Reading to Dorchester bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Reading to Dorchester train arrive?

Reading to Dorchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Winchester station.

Can I drive from Reading to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Dorchester is 89 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Reading to Dorchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Dorchester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Dorchester by train, bus, or car

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Train via Winchester
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Winchestertrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 45m
£47–91
Drive 88.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Dorchestercar 88.7 mi
2h 1m
£22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
4h 34m
£49–85
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 55m
£41–99
Train via Westbury
1. Take the train from Reading to Westbury (Wilts)train London Paddington - Paignton / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Dorchester Westtrain Swindon - Weymouth / ...
3h 7m
£50–95

Reading to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 102.9 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Reading to Dorchester South via Winchester in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to South Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 34m.

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