What is the cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset is to bus which costs £25 - £70 and takes 7h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Welwyn Garden City and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Welwyn Garden City station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via St Peter's Street, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Welwyn Garden City and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Welwyn Garden City and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset?

The distance between Welwyn Garden City and Dorset is 159 miles. The road distance is 137.8 miles.

How do I travel from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £70 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welwyn Garden City to Dorset bus from?

Welwyn Garden City to Dorset bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from St Peter's Street station.

Where do I catch the Welwyn Garden City to Dorset train from?

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

Train or bus from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset?

The best way to get from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £70 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Welwyn Garden City to Dorset bus arrive?

Welwyn Garden City to Dorset bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Welwyn Garden City to Dorset train arrive?

Welwyn Garden City to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Moreton (Dorset) station.

Can I drive from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Welwyn Garden City to Dorset is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2511+ hotels available in Dorset.

Welwyn Garden City to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Welwyn Garden City to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 17m
£74–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 725 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
7h 44m
£26–66
Drive 137 mi
1. Drive from Welwyn Garden City to Dorsetcar 137 mi
2h 21m
£33–48
Train, line 243 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Welwyn Garden City to Old Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Bunhill Row to Waterloo Station/Mepham Streetbus 243
3. Take the train from London Waterloo to Weymouthtrain
4. Take the bus from Kings Statue to Blue Vinnybus Cr8
6h 22m

Welwyn Garden City to Dorset by bus

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7h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Welwyn Garden City, England and Dorset, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset) hourly. Tickets cost £50–120 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via St Peter's Street, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 7h 44m.

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