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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Dorset is to bus which costs £55 - £90 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Dorchester South via Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Manchester to Dorset?

The distance between Manchester and Dorset is 289 miles. The road distance is 226 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 7h 26m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Manchester to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Dorset bus from?

Manchester to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Dorset train from?

Manchester to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Dorset?

The best way to get from Manchester to Dorset is to train which takes 7h 26m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £90 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Manchester to Dorset bus arrive?

Manchester to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Manchester to Dorset train arrive?

Manchester to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bournemouth station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Dorset is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Manchester to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2446+ hotels available in Dorset.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
7h 26m
£122–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
8h 50m
£55–89
Drive 224.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Dorsetcar 224.7 mi
4h 30m
£56–81
Fly, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain
7h 29m
£116–403

Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) flights

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Distance: 287.7 mi
Duration: 7h 26m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bournemouth, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 7h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Station in around 8h 50m.

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