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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Dorset is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £55 - £90.

How far is it from Preston to Dorset?

The distance between Preston and Dorset is 347 miles. The road distance is 249.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 49m and costs £80 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Preston to Dorset, including transfers.

Can I drive from Preston to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Dorset is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Preston to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2215+ hotels available in Dorset.

Preston to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Dorset by train, 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 Preston to London Eustontrain Preston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 49m
£83–321
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Weymouthtrain
9h 36m
£52–311
Drive 247.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Dorsetcar 247.7 mi
4h 37m
£59–86
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
7h 2m
£83–191

Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU) flights

7Weekly Planes

1hAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Dorset.

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Distance: 345 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Dorset via London Euston, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 49m.

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