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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Dorset is to bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Dorset is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter station to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Trinity Square, Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Dorchester South via Castle Cary and Upwey. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Exeter to Dorset?

The distance between Exeter and Dorset is 105 miles. The road distance is 59 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Exeter to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Dorset bus from?

Exeter to Dorset bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Dorset train from?

Exeter to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Dorset?

The best way to get from Exeter to Dorset is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Exeter to Dorset bus arrive?

Exeter to Dorset bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Trinity Square station.

Where does the Exeter to Dorset train arrive?

Exeter to Dorset train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Castle Cary station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Dorset is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Exeter to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1575+ hotels available in Dorset.

Exeter to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Exeter to Dorset by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Castle Carytrain Plymouth - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Castle Cary to Upweytrain Gloucester - Weymouth / ...
4h 44m
£37–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Trinity Squarebus 44A
2. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus X51
5h 51m
£7–12
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Axminstertrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X53 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to South Stationbus X51
5h 1m
£14–28
Drive 58.7 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Dorsetcar 58.7 mi
1h 20m
£15–21

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Distance: 104.5 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Castle Cary, Upwey, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Trinity Square, Bus Station, and South Station in around 5h 51m.

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