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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Dorset is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Dorset is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Solihull and Dorset?

No, there is no direct train from Solihull to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Solihull and arriving at Dorchester South via Leamington Spa and Winchester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Solihull to Dorset?

The distance between Solihull and Dorset is 195 miles. The road distance is 138.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Dorset without a car is to train via Winchester which takes 6h 26m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Solihull to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Dorset bus from?

Solihull to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Dorset train from?

Solihull to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leamington Spa station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Dorset?

The best way to get from Solihull to Dorset is to train via Winchester which takes 6h 26m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Solihull to Dorset bus arrive?

Solihull to Dorset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Solihull to Dorset train arrive?

Solihull to Dorset train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Winchester station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Dorset is 138 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Solihull to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 2446+ hotels available in Dorset.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Solihull Town Centre and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

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

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Train via Winchester
best
1. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Winchestertrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Winchester to Dorchester Southtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
6h 26m
£75–137
Drive 137.5 mi
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1. Drive from Solihull to Dorsetcar 137.5 mi
3h 14m
£34–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to South Stationbus 035
8h 43m
£43–67
Train
1. Take the train from Solihull to Worcester Foregate Streettrain
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Gloucestertrain
3. Take the train from Gloucester to Weymouthtrain
9h 9m
£76–153

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Distance: 194.1 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a train from Solihull to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Leamington Spa, Winchester, Dorchester South, and South Station in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Solihull Town Centre to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and South Station in around 8h 43m.

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