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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Dorset is to bus which costs £28 - £65 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via London Victoria and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Dover to Dorset?

The distance between Dover and Dorset is 216 miles. The road distance is 187.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Dover to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Dorset bus from?

Dover to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal station.

Train or bus from Dover to Dorset?

The best way to get from Dover to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Dover to Dorset bus arrive?

Dover to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Dover to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Dorset is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Dover to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2230+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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

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 Dover Priory to London St Pancras IntlRamsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 58m
£67–178
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to London Victoria1710 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to South Station035
8h 35m
£28–64
Drive 186.1 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Dorset186.1 mi
3h 13m
£46–66
Train via Kings Statue
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Waterloo EastRamsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to WeymouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth
7h 2m
£44–158

Dover to Dorset by bus

4Weekly Buses

8h 35mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214.6 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Dorset via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via London Victoria and South Station in around 8h 35m.

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