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

The cheapest way to get from Romford to Dorchester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Romford to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Romford and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Romford station to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Romford Station and arriving at South Station via Regent Street / St James's and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Romford and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Romford to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Romford and arriving at Dorchester South via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Romford to Dorchester?

The distance between Romford and Dorchester is 153 miles. The road distance is 141.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Romford to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Romford to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Romford to Dorchester bus from?

Romford to Dorchester bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Romford Station.

Where do I catch the Romford to Dorchester train from?

Romford to Dorchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Romford to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Romford to Dorchester is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £160 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Romford to Dorchester bus arrive?

Romford to Dorchester bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Regent Street / St James's station.

Where does the Romford to Dorchester train arrive?

Romford to Dorchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Dorchester South station.

Can I drive from Romford to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Romford to Dorchester is 142 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Romford to Dorchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Romford to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Romford to Dorchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
3h 53m
£66–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Romford Station to Regent Street / St James'sbus N15
2. Take the bus from Regent Street / St James's to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
7h 1m
£27–151
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Romford to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
5h 58m
£44–87
Drive 141.1 mi
1. Drive from Romford to Dorchestercar 141.1 mi
3h 1m
£34–50

Romford to Dorchester by train and subway

203Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Romford Station to South Station via Regent Street / St James's and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 7h 1m.

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