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

The cheapest way to get from Skegness to Dorset is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 13h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skegness to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Skegness and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Skegness to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Skegness and arriving at Dorchester South via Grantham, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

How far is it from Skegness to Dorset?

The distance between Skegness and Dorset is 308 miles. The road distance is 235.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skegness to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 39m and costs £90 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Skegness to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Dorset bus from?

Skegness to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Skegness to Dorset train from?

Skegness to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Skegness station.

Train or bus from Skegness to Dorset?

The best way to get from Skegness to Dorset is to train via London which takes 7h 39m and costs £90 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 13h 28m.

Where does the Skegness to Dorset bus arrive?

Skegness to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Skegness to Dorset train arrive?

Skegness to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Grantham station.

Can I drive from Skegness to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Skegness to Dorset is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Skegness to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2444+ hotels available in Dorset.

Skegness to Dorset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Skegness and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Skegness station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Interchange Shelter, Rail Station Car Park, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 28m.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Skegness to Granthamtrain
2. Take the train from Grantham to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain
7h 39m
£93–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G28
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
13h 28m
£42–76
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Skegness to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus
13h 23m
£65–95
Drive 233.9 mi
1. Drive from Skegness to Dorsetcar 233.9 mi
4h 39m
£58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Skegness to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
10h 20m
£146–222

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Distance: 305.8 mi
Duration: 7h 39m

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

You can take a train from Skegness to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Grantham, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 7h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Interchange Shelter, Central Bus Station, Rail Station Car Park, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and South Station in around 13h 28m.

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