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

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Dorset is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barking to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Barking to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Barking Town Centre and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Regent Street / St James's, Heathrow Terminal 5 and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Barking to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Barking and arriving at Dorchester South via West Ham station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Barking to Dorset?

The distance between Barking and Dorset is 152 miles. The road distance is 131.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barking to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Barking to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Dorset bus from?

Barking to Dorset bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Regent Street / St James's station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Dorset train from?

Barking to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from London Waterloo station.

Train or bus from Barking to Dorset?

The best way to get from Barking to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £100 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Barking to Dorset bus arrive?

Barking to Dorset bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Barking to Dorset train arrive?

Barking to Dorset train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Dorchester South station.

Can I drive from Barking to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Dorset is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Barking to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2444+ hotels available in Dorset.

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There are 3 ways to get from Barking to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth
4h 46m
£51–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Street / St James's to Heathrow Terminal 5bus N9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Stationbus 035
8h 16m
£23–97
Drive 130.5 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Dorsetcar 130.5 mi
2h 47m
£33–47

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

South Western Railway operates a train from London Waterloo to Dorchester South hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barking Town Centre to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Regent Street / St James's, Heathrow Terminal 5, and South Station in around 8h 16m.

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