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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Dorset is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 12h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Leeds City Bus Station, London Victoria, Bus Station and Tesco. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 14m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Dorset?

The distance between Wakefield and Dorset is 315 miles. The road distance is 244.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Dorset without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 50m and costs £70 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Wakefield to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Dorset bus from?

Wakefield to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus Station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Dorset?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Dorset is to train via London which takes 5h 50m and costs £70 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 12h 14m.

Where does the Wakefield to Dorset bus arrive?

Wakefield to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Dorset is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Wakefield to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2244+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Wakefield 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 Wakefield Westgate to King's Crosstrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Moreton (Dorset)train London Waterloo - Weymouth
5h 50m
£74–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk010 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Seldown Coach Stationbus 035
12h 14m
£23–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
10h 45m
£43–103
Drive 242.7 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Dorsetcar 242.7 mi
4h 41m
£59–85
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Weymouthtrain
7h 26m
£94–200
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Weymouthtrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
8h 14m
£91–397

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

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wakefield to Dorset.

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Distance: 313 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Westgate to Dorset via London Kings Cross, Euston station, Waterloo Station, London Waterloo, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Leeds City Bus Station, London Victoria, Seldown Coach Station, Bus Station, and Tesco in around 12h 14m.

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