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

The cheapest way to get from Matlock to Dorset is to bus which costs £40 - £65 and takes 10h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matlock to Dorset is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Matlock and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Matlock to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Olde Englishe Road and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Derby Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Matlock and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Matlock and arriving at Dorchester South via Derby, Birmingham New Street and Bournemouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Matlock to Dorset?

The distance between Matlock and Dorset is 266 miles. The road distance is 197.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Matlock to Dorset without a car is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Matlock to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Dorset bus from?

Matlock to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Derby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Dorset train from?

Matlock to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Matlock to Dorset?

The best way to get from Matlock to Dorset is to train which takes 8h 12m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Matlock to Dorset bus arrive?

Matlock to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Matlock to Dorset train arrive?

Matlock to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Matlock to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Matlock to Dorset is 198 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Matlock to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2444+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain
3. Take the train from Bournemouth to Dorchester Southtrain
8h 12m
£111–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Derby Bus Station to London Heathrow Airportbus Ukn02
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
10h 1m
£40–65
Drive 196.7 mi
1. Drive from Matlock to Dorsetcar 196.7 mi
4h 19m
£49–71
Train via Cheltenham
1. Take the train from Derby to Cheltenham Spatrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Weymouthtrain Cheltenham Spa - Weymouth
8h 58m
£100–175

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Distance: 264.3 mi
Duration: 8h 12m

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

You can take a train from Matlock to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Derby, Birmingham New Street, Bournemouth, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 8h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Olde Englishe Road to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Bus Station, Derby Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 10h 1m.

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