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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Dorset is to bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station which costs £16 - £26 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Town Hall and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Watford to Dorset?

The distance between Watford and Dorset is 161 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Watford to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Dorset bus from?

Watford to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Watford to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford to Dorset?

The best way to get from Watford to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Watford to Dorset bus arrive?

Watford to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Station.

Where does the Watford to Dorset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Dorset is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Watford to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2452+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Watford 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
4h 56m
£51–137
Bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Poole Seldown Coach Stationbus Uk061
7h 47m
£17–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
6h 2m
£20–38
Drive 122.8 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Dorsetcar 122.8 mi
2h 12m
£31–45

Watford to Dorset by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 159.8 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Watford, 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, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Station twice a week. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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