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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Nottingham is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 11m.

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 49m 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 Tesco, Seldown Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 11m.

How far is it from Dorset to Nottingham?

The distance between Dorset and Nottingham is 259 miles. The road distance is 186.8 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 which takes 6h 9m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m 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 Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Dorset to Nottingham is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 11m.

Where does the Dorset to Nottingham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Nottingham is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Dorset to Nottingham.

Where can I stay near Nottingham?

There are 1673+ hotels available in Nottingham.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Dorset to Nottingham 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 Bournemouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottinghamtrain Birmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
6h 9m
£137–212
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 Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
9h 11m
£45–112
Drive 185.7 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Nottinghamcar 185.7 mi
3h 49m
£46–66
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane SOU - EMA
10h 3m
£87–305
Train via London
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
6h 24m
£120–228
Train via Gloucester
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Gloucestertrain Weymouth - Gloucester
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
8h 17m
£111–184

Dorset to Nottingham by bus and train

36Weekly Services

8h 17mAverage Duration

£111Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dorset to Nottingham.

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Distance: 257.6 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Nottingham via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Broad Marsh Bus Station via Tesco, Bus Station, Seldown Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 11m.

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