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

The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Dorset is to bus which costs £28 - £60 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stafford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Stafford station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Wolverhampton Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Stafford and arriving at Dorchester South via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Stafford to Dorset?

The distance between Stafford and Dorset is 236 miles. The road distance is 169.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stafford to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Stafford to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Dorset bus from?

Stafford to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Wolverhampton Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Stafford to Dorset?

The best way to get from Stafford to Dorset is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Stafford to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stafford to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stafford to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Stafford to Dorset is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Stafford to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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

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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 London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
6h 24m
£98–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G2
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
9h 6m
£29–58
Drive 168.3 mi
1. Drive from Stafford to Dorsetcar 168.3 mi
3h 25m
£43–61
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 Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
7h 18m
£88–144

Stafford to Dorset by train and bus

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6h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 234.2 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a train from Stafford to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bournemouth, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stafford to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton Bus Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and South Station in around 9h 6m.

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