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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Dorset is to line 376 bus and bus which costs £8 - £14 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Northmoor Lane and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Crispin Hall, Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Somerset to Dorset?

The distance between Somerset and Dorset is 65 miles. The road distance is 49 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Dorset without a car is to line 376 bus and bus which takes 5h 32m and costs £8 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Somerset to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Dorset bus from?

Somerset to Dorset bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Crispin Hall station.

Where does the Somerset to Dorset bus arrive?

Somerset to Dorset bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Dorset is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Somerset to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1578+ hotels available in Dorset.

Somerset to Dorset - 5 ways to travel via train, line 376 bus, and bus

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

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Line 376 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Crispin Hall to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus Cr5
5h 32m
£9–13
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Branchflower Farm to Castle Waybus 21A / ...
2. Take the train from Taunton to Castle Carytrain
3. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain
6h 2m
£30–59
Drive 48.7 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Dorsetcar 48.7 mi
1h 20m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Somerset to Dorsettaxi 48.7 mi
1h 20m
£210–260
Bus
1. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
2. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus X51
7h 10m
£9–16

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Distance: 65.1 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Northmoor Lane to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Crispin Hall, Bus Station, and South Station in around 5h 32m.

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