What is the cheapest way to get from Stafford to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Dorchester is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stafford to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Stafford and arriving at Dorchester South via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Stafford to Dorchester?

The distance between Stafford and Dorchester is 230 miles. The road distance is 171.7 miles.

How do I travel from Stafford to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Stafford to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £120 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Stafford to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Stafford to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Dorchester train from?

Stafford to Dorchester train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stafford station.

Where does the Stafford to Dorchester train arrive?

Stafford to Dorchester train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Stafford to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Stafford to Dorchester is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Stafford to Dorchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Stafford to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1716+ hotels available in Dorchester.

Stafford to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Stafford to Dorchester by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stafford to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain Bournemouth - Weymouth / ...
5h 7m
£120–178
Drive 170.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stafford to Dorchestercar 170.7 mi
3h 19m
£42–60
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Dorchester Southtrain
5h 44m
£112–257
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Stafford to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester Westtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Weymouth / ...
5h 12m
£99–158

Stafford to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 228.9 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Stafford, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Stafford to Dorchester South via Bournemouth in around 5h 7m.

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