What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Dorchester is to bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Dorchester is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Dorchester station. However, there are services departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at South Station via Shudehill Interchange, Newhall St and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Dorchester South via Manchester Piccadilly, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Bolton to Dorchester?

The distance between Bolton and Dorchester is 333 miles. The road distance is 234.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Dorchester without a car is to train via London which takes 6h 3m and costs £65 - £310.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Bolton to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Dorchester bus from?

Bolton to Dorchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Dorchester train from?

Bolton to Dorchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Bolton to Dorchester is to train via London which takes 6h 3m and costs £65 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 10h 41m.

Where does the Bolton to Dorchester bus arrive?

Bolton to Dorchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Bolton to Dorchester train arrive?

Bolton to Dorchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Dorchester is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Bolton to Dorchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton to Dorchester?

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Where can I stay near Dorchester?

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Bolton to Dorchester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Bolton to Dorchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London EustonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester SouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth
6h 3m
£68–307
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus StationUk071
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester WestBristol Temple Meads - Weymouth / ...
9h 25m
£31–50
Drive 232.9 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Dorchester232.9 mi
4h 30m
£57–82
Fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Dorchester South
4h 32m
£80–180
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple MeadsManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester WestBristol Temple Meads - Weymouth / ...
7h 31m
£47–176
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Station035
10h 41m
£42–109
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from Woking to Dorchester South
6h 27m
£89–239

Bolton to Dorchester by train and subway

199Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 330.9 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Dorchester, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Bolton to Dorchester South via Manchester Piccadilly, London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolton Interchange to South Station via Shudehill Interchange, Newhall St, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 41m.

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