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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Dorset is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Peterborough, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Dorset?

The distance between Sleaford and Dorset is 251 miles. The road distance is 207.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £100 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Sleaford to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Dorset train from?

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

Where does the Sleaford to Dorset train arrive?

Sleaford to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Sleaford to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Dorset is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Sleaford to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2502+ hotels available in Dorset.

Sleaford to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train
5h 27m
£104–272
Drive 206.4 mi
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1. Drive from Sleaford to Dorsetcar 206.4 mi
4h 7m
£51–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Finsbury Parktrain
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
8h 38m
£85–225
Train via Poole
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the train from Wimbledon to Pooletrain
8h 33m
£88–233

Sleaford to Dorset by train, subway, and bus

88Weekly Services

8h 38mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.3 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Dorset via Peterborough, London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 27m.

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