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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Dorchester is to bus which costs £17 - £55 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Dorchester is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at The Museum via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Dorchester West via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Swansea to Dorchester?

The distance between Swansea and Dorchester is 164 miles. The road distance is 141 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Swansea to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Dorchester bus from?

Swansea to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Dorchester train from?

Swansea to Dorchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.

Train or bus from Swansea to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Swansea to Dorchester is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £55 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Swansea to Dorchester bus arrive?

Swansea to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Swansea to Dorchester train arrive?

Swansea to Dorchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Dorchester is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Swansea to Dorchester.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Swansea to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Swansea to Dorchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Milford Haven - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester Westtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Weymouth / ...
4h 55m
£68–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Museumbus Cr5
7h 42m
£18–54
Drive 140.2 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Dorchestercar 140.2 mi
2h 58m
£34–49
Train #2
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Dorchester Westtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
4h 55m
£71–140

Swansea to Dorchester by train

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Distance: 162.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Dorchester West via Bristol Temple Meads in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to The Museum via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 42m.

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