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

The cheapest way to get from Matlock to Dorset is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matlock to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Matlock and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Matlock to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Olde Englishe Road and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

How far is it from Matlock to Dorset?

The distance between Matlock and Dorset is 260 miles. The road distance is 198 miles.

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

The best way to get from Matlock to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Matlock to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Dorset bus from?

Matlock to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Matlock to Dorset?

The best way to get from Matlock to Dorset is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 11h 25m.

Where does the Matlock to Dorset bus arrive?

Matlock to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Matlock to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Matlock to Dorset is 198 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Matlock to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2256+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain Nottingham - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 40m
£137–210
Drive 196.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Matlock to Dorsetcar 196.8 mi
4h 16m
£49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
11h 25m
£54–131
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
8h 30m
£108–182

Matlock to Dorset by train, foot, and bus

51Weekly Services

8h 30mAverage Duration

£108Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Matlock to Dorset.

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Distance: 258.9 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Matlock to Dorset via Derby, Birmingham New Street, Bournemouth, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Olde Englishe Road to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 11h 25m.

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