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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Dorset is to bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterfield and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterfield station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield Coach Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Dorset?

The distance between Chesterfield and Dorset is 268 miles. The road distance is 209.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Dorset without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 5m and costs £130 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Chesterfield to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Dorset bus from?

Chesterfield to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chesterfield Coach Station.

Train or bus from Chesterfield to Dorset?

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Dorset is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 5m and costs £130 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Chesterfield to Dorset bus arrive?

Chesterfield to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Can I drive from Chesterfield to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to Dorset is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Chesterfield to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2256+ hotels available in Dorset.

Chesterfield to Dorset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chesterfield 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 Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 5m
£136–355
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chesterfield Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn02
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
8h 58m
£36–53
Drive 208.2 mi
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Dorsetcar 208.2 mi
4h 6m
£52–75
Train
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
7h 34m
£117–287
Train via London
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Weymouthtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
7h 45m
£111–239

Chesterfield to Dorset by bus

4Weekly Buses

8h 58mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Chesterfield to Dorset via Birmingham New Street, Bournemouth, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chesterfield Coach Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station in around 8h 58m.

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