What is the cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Dorset?

The cheapest way to get from West Sussex to Dorset is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Sussex to Dorset?

The fastest way to get from West Sussex to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between West Sussex and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from West Sussex to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Billingshurst and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Ford and Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from West Sussex to Dorset?

The distance between West Sussex and Dorset is 114 miles. The road distance is 104.1 miles.

How do I travel from West Sussex to Dorset without a car?

The best way to get from West Sussex to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from West Sussex to Dorset?

It takes approximately 4h to get from West Sussex to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Sussex to Dorset train from?

West Sussex to Dorset train services, operated by Southern, depart from Ford station.

Where does the West Sussex to Dorset train arrive?

West Sussex to Dorset train services, operated by Southern, arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from West Sussex to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between West Sussex to Dorset is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from West Sussex to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1605+ hotels available in Dorset.

West Sussex to Dorset - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from West Sussex to Dorset by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ford to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Moreton (Dorset)train Southampton Central - Weymouth / ...
4h
£64–129
Drive 103.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Sussex to Dorsetcar 103.5 mi
1h 57m
£25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Billingshurst to Barnhamtrain
2. Take the train from Barnham to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Pooletrain
4. Take the bus from Poole station to Tescobus X8
5. Take the bus from Tesco to Dorchester Road Traffic Lightsbus Cr8 / ...
5h 31m

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Distance: 113.7 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between West Sussex, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Billingshurst to Dorset via Ford, Southampton Central, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h.

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