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

The cheapest way to get from Upminster to Dorchester is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Upminster to Dorchester is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Upminster and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Upminster station to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Barking Station and arriving at South Station via Regent Street / St James's and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Upminster and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Upminster to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Upminster and arriving at Dorchester South via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Upminster to Dorchester?

The distance between Upminster and Dorchester is 155 miles. The road distance is 144.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upminster to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Upminster to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Upminster to Dorchester bus from?

Upminster to Dorchester bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Regent Street / St James's station.

Where do I catch the Upminster to Dorchester train from?

Upminster to Dorchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Upminster to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Upminster to Dorchester is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £130 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Upminster to Dorchester bus arrive?

Upminster to Dorchester bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Upminster to Dorchester train arrive?

Upminster to Dorchester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Dorchester South station.

Can I drive from Upminster to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Upminster to Dorchester is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Upminster to Dorchester.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Upminster to Dorchester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
3h 40m
£65–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Street / St James's to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
6h 59m
£29–127
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from London Green Line Coach Station to Bournemouthbus Uk061
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain Bournemouth - Weymouth / ...
6h 49m
£40–108
Drive 143.5 mi
1. Drive from Upminster to Dorchestercar 143.5 mi
3h 5m
£35–51

Upminster to Dorchester by subway, foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 153.8 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Upminster to South Station via Barking, Barking Station, Regent Street / St James's, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 6h 59m.

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