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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Dorset is to line 12 bus and bus which costs £12 - £19 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Weymouth via Newton Abbot and Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Torquay to Dorset?

The distance between Torquay and Dorset is 139 miles. The road distance is 79.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £50 - £100.

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

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

Where do I catch the Torquay to Dorset bus from?

Torquay to Dorset bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Cary Parade station.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Dorset train from?

Torquay to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Dorset?

The best way to get from Torquay to Dorset is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can line 12 bus and bus, which costs £12 - £19 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Torquay to Dorset bus arrive?

Torquay to Dorset bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Sherborne Road station.

Where does the Torquay to Dorset train arrive?

Torquay to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Torquay to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Dorset is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Torquay to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1567+ hotels available in Dorset.

Torquay to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Cary Parade and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Sherborne Road, Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Castle Carytrain Plymouth - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
6h 6m
£51–100
Line 12 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cary Parade to Sherborne Roadbus 12
2. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 44A
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus X51
8h 33m
£12–19
Line 11 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Cary Parade to Trianglebus 11
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Axminstertrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus X51
6h 46m
£23–44
Drive 79.5 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Dorsetcar 79.5 mi
1h 40m
£20–29

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Distance: 138.5 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Newton Abbot, Castle Cary, Weymouth, King Street, and Trinity Street in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cary Parade to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Sherborne Road, Bus Station, Rail Station, Bus Station, and South Station in around 8h 33m.

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