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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Nottingham is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £30 - £45 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Nottingham is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Nottingham station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Broad Marsh Bus Station via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Nottingham via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Dorset to Nottingham?

The distance between Dorset and Nottingham is 270 miles. The road distance is 187 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Nottingham without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 52m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Dorset to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Nottingham train from?

Dorset to Nottingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Dorchester South station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Dorset to Nottingham is to train via London which takes 5h 52m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Dorset to Nottingham bus arrive?

Dorset to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Glastonbury Festival Coach Park station.

Where does the Dorset to Nottingham train arrive?

Dorset to Nottingham train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Nottingham is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Dorset to Nottingham.

Where can I stay near Nottingham?

There are 1742+ hotels available in Nottingham.

Dorset to Nottingham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Dorset to Nottingham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
5h 52m
£106–184
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk900 / ...
9h 49m
£30–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to Glastonbury Festival Coach Parkbus G30
2. Take the bus from Glastonbury Festival Coach Park to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus G28
9h 9m
£37–60
Drive 185.9 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Nottinghamcar 185.9 mi
3h 51m
£47–68
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
10h 10m
£121–283
Train
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain
6h 57m
£110–181

Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) flights

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6h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 268.9 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Nottingham via South Station, Dorchester South, London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Broad Marsh Bus Station via South Station and Glastonbury Festival Coach Park in around 9h 9m.

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