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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Dorset is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Clifton Road and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Coventry and Winchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Rugby to Dorset?

The distance between Rugby and Dorset is 195 miles. The road distance is 139 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Dorset without a car is to train via Winchester which takes 5h 17m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Rugby to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Dorset bus from?

Rugby to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Clifton Road station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Rugby to Dorset?

The best way to get from Rugby to Dorset is to train via Winchester which takes 5h 17m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Rugby to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rugby to Dorset train arrive?

Rugby to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Winchester station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Dorset is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Rugby to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2451+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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Train via Winchester
best
1. Take the train from Coventry to Winchestertrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
5h 17m
£90–152
Drive 138.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rugby to Dorsetcar 138.2 mi
3h 5m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Clifton Road to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 460
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
8h 10m
£37–64
Train
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 Weymouthtrain
8h 6m
£85–157

Rugby to Dorset by bus

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8h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.6 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Dorset via Coventry, Winchester, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clifton Road to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station in around 8h 10m.

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