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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Bath is to bus and line 174 bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Bath is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Bath. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Bear Flat via South Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Dorset to Bath?

The distance between Dorset and Bath is 89 miles. The road distance is 56.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Bath without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Dorset to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Bath bus from?

Dorset to Bath bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Bath?

The best way to get from Dorset to Bath is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 174 bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Dorset to Bath bus arrive?

Dorset to Bath bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Bath is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Dorset to Bath.

Where can I stay near Bath?

There are 2850+ hotels available in Bath.

Dorset to Bath - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 174 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Upwey to Bath Spatrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
3h 18m
£48–92
Bus, line 174 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bear Flatbus 173 / ...
6h 6m
£9–14
Drive 55.9 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Bathcar 55.9 mi
1h 17m
£14–20

Dorset to Bath by bus

26Weekly Buses

6h 6mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.3 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Upwey to Bath Spa every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–65 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Bear Flat via South Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 6m.

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