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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Dorset is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Chester to Dorset?

The distance between Chester and Dorset is 317 miles. The road distance is 209 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 39m and costs £85 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Chester to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Dorset bus from?

Chester to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Train or bus from Chester to Dorset?

The best way to get from Chester to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 39m and costs £85 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Chester to Dorset bus arrive?

Chester to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coventry station.

Can I drive from Chester to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Dorset is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Chester to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Dorset.

Chester to Dorset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Chester to Dorset by train, bus, car, or plane

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 London
best
1. Take the train from Chester to London Eustontrain Chester - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 39m
£89–348
Drive 207.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Dorsetcar 207.8 mi
4h 27m
£51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coventrybus
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 460 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
10h 13m
£52–107
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
7h 21m
£84–200
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain
8h 38m
£62–200
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Foregate Street Stop DD to Bus Stationbus 84
2. Take the train from Crewe to Brockenhursttrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
10h 20m
£103–298

Chester to Dorset by train, foot, and bus

51Weekly Services

8h 38mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chester to Dorset.

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Distance: 315.2 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Dorset via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 10h 13m.

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