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

The cheapest way to get from Ruislip to Dorchester is to line 278 bus and bus and train which costs £23 - £50 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruislip to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ruislip and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruislip to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Brickwall Lane and arriving at South Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Ruislip and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Ruislip station to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Ruislip station and arriving at Dorchester South via Finchley Road station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Ruislip to Dorchester?

The distance between Ruislip and Dorchester is 152 miles. The road distance is 120.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ruislip to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £65 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Ruislip to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruislip to Dorchester bus from?

Ruislip to Dorchester bus services, operated by Abellio London, depart from Brickwall Lane station.

Where do I catch the Ruislip to Dorchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Ruislip to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Ruislip to Dorchester is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £65 - £190. Alternatively, you can line 278 bus and bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Ruislip to Dorchester bus arrive?

Ruislip to Dorchester bus services, operated by Abellio London, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Ruislip to Dorchester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruislip to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruislip to Dorchester is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Ruislip to Dorchester.

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

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Ruislip to Dorchester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 278 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ruislip 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 51m
£69–184
Line 278 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brickwall Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Bournemouthbus
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
5h 51m
£24–47
Line 278 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brickwall Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
5h 3m
£25–62
Drive 119.5 mi
1. Drive from Ruislip to Dorchestercar 119.5 mi
2h 7m
£29–42
Line 278 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brickwall Lane to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 278
2. Take the train from Woking to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 51m
£47–112

Ruislip to Dorchester by bus and train

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.2 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Ruislip, 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 Brickwall Lane to South Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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