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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Dorset is to bus and train which costs £30 - £85 and takes 9h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Newhall St, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Manchester to Dorset?

The distance between Manchester and Dorset is 322 miles. The road distance is 226.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 41m and costs £75 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Manchester to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Dorset bus from?

Manchester to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Dorset?

The best way to get from Manchester to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 41m and costs £75 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Manchester to Dorset bus arrive?

Manchester to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Dorset is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Manchester to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2213+ hotels available in Dorset.

Manchester to Dorset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Manchester to Dorset 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 London
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to London EustonManchester Piccadilly - London Euston
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 41m
£76–287
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus StationUk071
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to WeymouthGloucester - Weymouth / ...
9h 16m
£33–85
Drive 225.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Dorset225.5 mi
4h 23m
£56–80
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouth
6h 4m
£79–191
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to WeymouthLondon Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
7h 55m
£49–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Station035
10h 25m
£42–91

Manchester to Dorset by bus, train, and foot

24Weekly Services

9h 16mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.8 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Dorset via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Newhall St, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 10h 25m.

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