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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dorset is to bus and line 376 bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dorset?

The distance between Cardiff and Dorset is 172 miles. The road distance is 102.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dorset without a car is to train via Southampton which takes 4h 37m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Cardiff to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dorset bus from?

Cardiff to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dorset?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dorset is to train via Southampton which takes 4h 37m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus and line 376 bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dorset bus arrive?

Cardiff to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dorset is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Cardiff to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1630+ hotels available in Dorset.

Cardiff to Dorset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 376 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff 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 via Southampton
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Moreton (Dorset)train Southampton Central - Weymouth / ...
4h 37m
£86–168
Bus, line 376 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus Cr5
7h 28m
£16–33
Drive 102.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dorsetcar 102.2 mi
2h 32m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Westbury (Wilts)train Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
5h 55m
£56–112
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
5h 57m
£50–113

Cardiff to Dorset by bus

50Weekly Buses

7h 28mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Dorset.

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Distance: 170.7 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Dorset via Southampton Central and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and South Station in around 7h 28m.

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