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

The cheapest way to get from Truro to Dorset is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Truro to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Truro and Dorset?

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

How far is it from Truro to Dorset?

The distance between Truro and Dorset is 210 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Truro to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Truro to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Truro to Dorset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Truro to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Truro to Dorset?

The best way to get from Truro to Dorset is to train which takes 7h 5m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Truro to Dorset bus arrive?

Truro to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Truro to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Truro to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Truro to Dorset is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Truro to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Truro station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Plymouth Coach Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Truro to Castle Carytrain Penzance - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
7h 5m
£84–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G5
3. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to South Stationbus G30
9h 45m
£28–53
Drive 144.6 mi
1. Drive from Truro to Dorsetcar 144.6 mi
2h 50m
£37–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Truro to Exeter St Davidstrain
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
8h 18m
£58–107

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Distance: 209 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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

You can take a train from Truro to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Castle Cary, Upwey, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Plymouth Coach Station, Glastonbury Festival Coach Park, and South Station in around 9h 45m.

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