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

The cheapest way to get from England to Dorset is to bus which costs £11 - £45 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from England to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between England and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from England to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via London Victoria, Bus Station and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from England to Dorset?

The distance between England and Dorset is 136 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from England to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from England to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the England to Dorset bus from?

England to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from England to Dorset?

The best way to get from England to Dorset is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £45 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the England to Dorset bus arrive?

England to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Seldown Coach Station.

Can I drive from England to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between England to Dorset is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from England to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2256+ hotels available in Dorset.

England to Dorset - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from England 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 London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
3h 29m
£46–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
6h 34m
£12–41
Drive 119.7 mi
1. Drive from London to Dorsetcar 119.7 mi
2h 21m
£30–43

England to Dorset by bus

88Weekly Buses

6h 34mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from England to Dorset.

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Distance: 135.6 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between England and Dorset, England?

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset) hourly. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–30 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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