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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Dorset is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Dorset. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Dorset?

The distance between Basingstoke and Dorset is 88 miles. The road distance is 73.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Basingstoke to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Dorset bus from?

Basingstoke to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Dorset?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Dorset is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £27 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Dorset is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Basingstoke to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1471+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Moreton (Dorset)London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
2h 2m
£51–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to South Station035
3h 39m
£19–27
Drive 73.1 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Dorset73.1 mi
1h 20m
£19–27

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Distance: 87.5 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Basingstoke to Moreton (Dorset) hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from The Malls to South Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost £19–27 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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