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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Dorset is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Birmingham New Street and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Dorset?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Dorset is 245 miles. The road distance is 172.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Shrewsbury to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Dorset bus from?

Shrewsbury to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Dorset train from?

Shrewsbury to Dorset train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Dorset?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Dorset is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shrewsbury to Dorset train arrive?

Shrewsbury to Dorset train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Dorset is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Shrewsbury to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2503+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 5 ways to get from Shrewsbury to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 20m
£132–215
Drive 171.1 mi
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1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Dorsetcar 171.1 mi
3h 40m
£42–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
9h 46m
£52–123
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
7h 46m
£83–161
Train via Newport #2
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Weymouthtrain
8h 6m
£88–163

Shrewsbury to Dorset by bus

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9h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 243.4 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Dorset via Birmingham New Street, Bournemouth, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station in around 9h 46m.

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