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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Swindon is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Swindon is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Durham Street via Crown Hotel, New Canal and Market Place Bus Island. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Dorset to Swindon?

The distance between Dorset and Swindon is 145 miles. The road distance is 75.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £55 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Dorset to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Swindon bus from?

Dorset to Swindon bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, depart from Crown Hotel station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Swindon?

The best way to get from Dorset to Swindon is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus and bus and line 49 bus, which costs and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Dorset to Swindon bus arrive?

Dorset to Swindon bus services, operated by Damory Coaches, arrive at New Canal station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Swindon is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Dorset to Swindon.

Where can I stay near Swindon?

There are 1001+ hotels available in Swindon.

Dorset to Swindon - 5 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Moreton (Dorset) to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Swindontrain
3h 36m
£56–211
Drive 75.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dorset to Swindoncar 75.5 mi
1h 46m
£19–27
Line 20 bus, bus, line 49 bus
1. Take the bus from Crown Hotel to New Canalbus 20
2. Take the bus from New Canal to The Pelicanbus 2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Market Place Bus Island to Durham Streetbus 49
5h 1m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blue Vinny to Kings Statuebus Cr8
2. Take the train from Weymouth to Swindontrain Weymouth - Swindon
3h 59m
Bus, train via Bristol
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 Swindontrain
6h 32m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dorset to Swindon.

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Distance: 144.1 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to Swindon via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, and Reading in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Durham Street via Crown Hotel, New Canal, and Market Place Bus Island in around 5h 1m.

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