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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to London is to bus which costs £12 - £35 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to London is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and London?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to London station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Dorset to London?

The distance between Dorset and London is 136 miles. The road distance is 120.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to London without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Dorset to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to London bus from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to London?

The best way to get from Dorset to London is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £35 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Dorset to London bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to London is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Dorset to London.

Where can I stay near London?

There are 20746+ hotels available in London.

Dorset to London - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to London 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
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2h 49m
£44–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
5h 24m
£12–35
Drive 119.6 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Londoncar 119.6 mi
2h 21m
£29–42
Train via Kings Statue
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
3h 54m
£18–95

Dorset to London by bus

14Weekly Buses

5h 24mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.9 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from Moreton (Dorset) to London Waterloo hourly. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals twice daily. Tickets cost £12–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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