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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Dorset is to bus via Seldown Coach Station which costs £18 - £65 and takes 9h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Dorset?

The distance between Nottingham and Dorset is 265 miles. The road distance is 186.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 32m and costs £55 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Nottingham to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Dorset bus from?

Nottingham to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Dorset?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 32m and costs £55 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Nottingham to Dorset bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nottingham to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Dorset is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Nottingham to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2186+ hotels available in Dorset.

Nottingham to Dorset - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nottingham 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intltrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 32m
£57–244
Bus via Seldown Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to London Victoriabus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
9h 38m
£18–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
9h 16m
£43–100
Drive 185.3 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Dorsetcar 185.3 mi
3h 47m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
8h 22m
£94–223

Nottingham to Dorset by bus

4Weekly Buses

9h 16mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nottingham to Dorset.

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Distance: 263.6 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Dorset via London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station in around 9h 16m.

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