What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Southend Central and arriving at Dorchester South via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Dorchester is 175 miles. The road distance is 174.4 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 13m and costs £70 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1716+ hotels available in Dorchester.

Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester by train or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 13m
£72–175
Drive 173.4 mi
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1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Dorchestercar 173.4 mi
3h 7m
£42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 24m
£80–190

Southend-on-Sea to Dorchester by train and subway

203Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.3 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Southend Central to Dorchester South via West Ham, West Ham station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 13m.

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