What is the cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester is to bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Shepton Mallet and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Beech House and arriving at The Museum via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester?

The distance between Shepton Mallet and Dorchester is 41 miles. The road distance is 41.8 miles.

How do I travel from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester without a car is to line 1 bus and train which takes 2h 14m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepton Mallet to Dorchester bus from?

Shepton Mallet to Dorchester bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Beech House station.

Where does the Shepton Mallet to Dorchester bus arrive?

Shepton Mallet to Dorchester bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepton Mallet to Dorchester is 42 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester.

Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1714+ hotels available in Dorchester.

Shepton Mallet to Dorchester - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Shepton Mallet to Dorchester by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 1 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Beech House to Castle Cary Stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Dorchester Westtrain Swindon - Weymouth / ...
2h 14m
£17–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Beech House to Bus Stationbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Museumbus Cr5
3h 36m
£5–9
Drive 41.6 mi
1. Drive from Shepton Mallet to Dorchestercar 41.6 mi
56 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shepton Mallet to Dorchestertaxi 41.6 mi
56 min
£85–110
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Museumbus Cr5
4h 29m
£8–13

Shepton Mallet to Dorchester by bus and train

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2h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 41 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Shepton Mallet, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a bus from Beech House to The Museum via Bus Station in around 3h 36m.

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