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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Dorchester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at South Station via Pool Meadow Bus Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Dorchester South via Coventry and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Rugby to Dorchester?

The distance between Rugby and Dorchester is 195 miles. The road distance is 143 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Rugby to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Dorchester bus from?

Rugby to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Dorchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Rugby to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Rugby to Dorchester is to train which takes 5h and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Rugby to Dorchester bus arrive?

Rugby to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Rugby to Dorchester train arrive?

Rugby to Dorchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Dorchester is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Rugby to Dorchester.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Coventry to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain Bournemouth - Weymouth / ...
5h
£95–155
Drive 142.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rugby to Dorchestercar 142.2 mi
3h 9m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 460
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
7h 28m
£45–108
Train via Cheltenham
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Dorchester Westtrain
5h 57m
£89–170

Rugby to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 193.6 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Dorchester South via Coventry and Bournemouth in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Street to South Station via Transport Museum, Pool Meadow Bus Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 28m.

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