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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Falkirk is to train and fly which costs £75 - £190 and takes 7h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Falkirk is to train and fly which takes 5h 55m and costs £70 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Grahamston Station via South Station, London Victoria and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 32m.

How far is it from Dorset to Falkirk?

The distance between Dorset and Falkirk is 557 miles. The road distance is 437.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Falkirk without a car is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs £220 - £450.

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

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Dorset to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Falkirk bus from?

Dorset to Falkirk bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Dorset to Falkirk is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs £220 - £450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 16h 32m.

Where does the Dorset to Falkirk bus arrive?

Dorset to Falkirk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Dorset to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Falkirk is 438 miles. It takes approximately 7h 48m to drive from Dorset to Falkirk.

Where can I stay near Falkirk?

There are 855+ hotels available in Falkirk.

Dorset to Falkirk - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Dorset to Falkirk 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
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
8h 37m
£229–445
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane SOU - GLA
5h 55m
£72–239
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston Stationbus X37
16h 32m
Drive 435.2 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Falkirkcar 435.2 mi
7h 48m
£107–155
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
6h 4m
£122–298
Train via Kings Statue
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
9h 42m
£223–431
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
12h 28m
£225–701
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarkettrain
4. Take the bus from Haymarket Station to St Andrew`s Churchbus X38
13h 29m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
7h 47m
£87–195
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
7h 43m
£77–181
Bus, train to Exeter, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the bus from South Station to Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus
3. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane EXT - EDI
5. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
7h 46m
Bus, train to Bournemouth Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Blue Vinny to Kings Statuebus
2. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
3. Fly from Bournemouth Airport (BOH) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BOH - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Falkirk Grahamstontrain
6h 52m

Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) flights

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Map of how to get from Dorset to Falkirk.

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Distance: 553.3 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Dorset, England and Falkirk, Scotland?

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Falkirk Grahamston via Moreton (Dorset), London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, King's Cross, and Edinburgh Waverley in around 8h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Grahamston Station via South Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 16h 32m.

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