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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Derby is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Derby is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Derby station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Bus Station via Tesco, Seldown Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

How far is it from Dorset to Derby?

The distance between Dorset and Derby is 241 miles. The road distance is 182.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Derby without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £55 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Dorset to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Derby bus from?

Dorset to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Derby?

The best way to get from Dorset to Derby is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 10h 4m.

Where does the Dorset to Derby bus arrive?

Dorset to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Derby is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Dorset to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Derby.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Dorset to Derby by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain Reading - York / ...
5h 26m
£55–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
10h 4m
£37–92
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Temple Meads Stnbus 376
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derbytrain
8h 22m
Drive 181.2 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Derbycar 181.2 mi
3h 50m
£44–63
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Derbytrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
6h 52m
£44–279

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 240.1 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Derby via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Bus Station via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 4m.

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