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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Dorset is to bus which costs £19 - £60 and takes 10h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Neath Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Swansea University, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Moreton (Dorset) via Reading and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Neath to Dorset?

The distance between Neath and Dorset is 251 miles. The road distance is 136 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Dorset without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 43m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Neath to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Dorset bus from?

Neath to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea University station.

Where do I catch the Neath to Dorset train from?

Neath to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Neath station.

Train or bus from Neath to Dorset?

The best way to get from Neath to Dorset is to train via Reading which takes 5h 43m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £60 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Neath to Dorset bus arrive?

Neath to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Neath to Dorset train arrive?

Neath to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Neath to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Dorset is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Neath to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1597+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Neath to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 43m
£129–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea University to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus Cr5
10h 13m
£19–57
Drive 135.2 mi
1. Drive from Neath to Dorsetcar 135.2 mi
3h 6m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Neath to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
6h 46m
£72–138
Train #2
1. Take the train from Neath to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Milford Haven - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
6h 49m
£65–126
Train #3
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Westbury (Wilts)train
3. Take the train from Westbury (Wilts) to Weymouthtrain
7h 32m
£70–136

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Distance: 249.3 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Neath, Wales and Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Neath to Dorset via Reading, Bournemouth, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 7 to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Swansea University, Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and South Station in around 10h 13m.

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