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

The cheapest way to get from Kettering to Dorset is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kettering to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Kettering and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Kettering to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Kettering and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Kettering to Dorset?

The distance between Kettering and Dorset is 216 miles. The road distance is 155.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kettering to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 52m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Kettering to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kettering to Dorset bus from?

Kettering to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Northampton station.

Where do I catch the Kettering to Dorset train from?

Kettering to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.

Train or bus from Kettering to Dorset?

The best way to get from Kettering to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 52m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Kettering to Dorset bus arrive?

Kettering to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Kettering to Dorset train arrive?

Kettering to Dorset train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Kettering to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Kettering to Dorset is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Kettering to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2449+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Kettering and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Kettering to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Interchange and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Northampton Bus Interchange, Northampton, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Kettering to London St Pancras Intltrain Corby - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 52m
£79–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northampton to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk900 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
9h 30m
£33–53
Drive 154.8 mi
1. Drive from Kettering to Dorsetcar 154.8 mi
3h 3m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Northampton to Coventrytrain
2. Take the train from Coventry to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
9h 10m
£90–151

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Distance: 214.6 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a train from Kettering to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Interchange to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Northampton Bus Interchange, Georges Drive, Northampton, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 9h 30m.

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