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

The cheapest way to get from Worcester to Dorset is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Worcester to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Worcester and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Worcester to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Worcester Shrub Hill and arriving at Dorchester South via Reading and Southampton Airport Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Worcester to Dorset?

The distance between Worcester and Dorset is 194 miles. The road distance is 121.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Worcester to Dorset without a car is to train via Reading which takes 6h 23m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Worcester to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Worcester to Dorset train from?

Worcester to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Worcester Shrub Hill station.

Where does the Worcester to Dorset train arrive?

Worcester to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Worcester to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Worcester to Dorset is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Worcester to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2453+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Worcester to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Dorchester Southtrain
6h 23m
£75–141
Drive 120.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Worcester to Dorsetcar 120.4 mi
2h 38m
£31–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus Cr5
8h
£36–64
Train
1. Take the train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Worcester Foregate Street - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
6h 42m
£65–119

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Distance: 192.4 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Worcester, England and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Reading, Southampton Airport Parkway, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 6h 23m.

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