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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Whitstable is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Whitstable is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Horsebridge via South Station, London Victoria and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Dorset and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Dorset to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Dorchester South and arriving at Whitstable via Woking, Clapham Junction and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Dorset to Whitstable?

The distance between Dorset and Whitstable is 199 miles. The road distance is 173.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Dorset to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dorset to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Dorset to Whitstable is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Dorset to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dorset to Whitstable train arrive?

Dorset to Whitstable train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Woking station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Whitstable is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Dorset to Whitstable.

Where can I stay near Whitstable?

There are 1213+ hotels available in Whitstable.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Dorset to Whitstable by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Wokingtrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain London Victoria - Ramsgate / ...
5h 55m
£78–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Long Reachbus 007 / ...
8h 41m
£32–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dorchester South to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to London Green Line Coach Stationbus
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstabletrain
8h 5m
£60–112
Drive 172.7 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Whitstablecar 172.7 mi
3h 4m
£44–63

Dorset to Whitstable by bus and train

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5h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197.6 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Whitstable via South Station, Dorchester South, Woking, Clapham Junction, and London Victoria in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Horsebridge via South Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Long Reach in around 8h 41m.

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