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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to York is to bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station which costs £30 - £60 and takes 12h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to York is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to York station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Rail Station via South Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 19m.

How far is it from Dorset to York?

The distance between Dorset and York is 331 miles. The road distance is 265.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to York without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 39m and costs £75 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Dorset to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to York bus from?

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

Train or bus from Dorset to York?

The best way to get from Dorset to York is to train via Reading which takes 5h 39m and costs £75 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 11h 19m.

Where does the Dorset to York bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dorset to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to York is 265 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Dorset to York.

Where can I stay near York?

There are 1841+ hotels available in York.

Dorset to York - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Dorset to York 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 via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain
5h 39m
£76–256
Bus via Poole Seldown Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Poole Seldown Coach Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk061
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Yorkbus Ukn14
12h 2m
£34–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Stationbus 436 / ...
11h 19m
£41–76
Drive 263.9 mi
1. Drive from Dorset to Yorkcar 263.9 mi
5h 10m
£64–92
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
6h 20m
£102–251
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Yorktrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
6h 13m
£49–211
Train #2
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Yorktrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
9h
£51–429
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
7h 7m
£95–217
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain
8h 7m
£50–178
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Yorktrain
9h 2m
£104–317

Dorset to York by bus, train, and subway

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6h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 329 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a vehicle from Dorset to York via Moreton (Dorset), Bournemouth, Reading, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights to Rail Station via South Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 11h 19m.

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