What is the cheapest way to get from Waltham Cross to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Waltham Cross to Dorset is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 8h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waltham Cross to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Waltham Cross to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Waltham Cross and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Waltham Cross station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Trafalgar Square, Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Waltham Cross and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Waltham Cross to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Waltham Cross and arriving at Dorchester South via Stratford station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Waltham Cross to Dorset?

The distance between Waltham Cross and Dorset is 161 miles. The road distance is 136.1 miles.

How do I travel from Waltham Cross to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Waltham Cross to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Waltham Cross to Dorset?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Waltham Cross to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waltham Cross to Dorset bus from?

Waltham Cross to Dorset bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Waltham Cross to Dorset train from?

Waltham Cross to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Waltham Cross to Dorset?

The best way to get from Waltham Cross to Dorset is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Waltham Cross to Dorset bus arrive?

Waltham Cross to Dorset bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Trafalgar Square station.

Where does the Waltham Cross to Dorset train arrive?

Waltham Cross to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Dorchester South station.

Can I drive from Waltham Cross to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Waltham Cross to Dorset is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Waltham Cross to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2448+ hotels available in Dorset.

Waltham Cross to Dorset - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Waltham Cross to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 8m
£55–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trafalgar Squarebus
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
8h 28m
£22–40
Drive 135.4 mi
1. Drive from Waltham Cross to Dorsetcar 135.4 mi
2h 36m
£34–49

Waltham Cross to Dorset by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 160.3 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Waltham Cross, England and Dorset, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Trafalgar Square, Heathrow Terminal 5, and South Station in around 8h 28m.

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