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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lancaster to Dorchester

Composite routes from Lancaster to Dorchester

Cheapest
5 h
Car
431 km.
from $23
Other
5 h 53 min
370 km.
from $305.07
9 h 56 min
Train, Bus
369 km.
from $163.63
7 h 17 min
Train, Plane
370 km.
from $207.95
7 h 51 min
369 km.
from $397.43
11 h 13 min
369 km.
from $133.24
7 h 36 min
Train, Plane
370 km.
from $294.47

Transport providers

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Newcastle to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$69.62–$367.08

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Ringway Airport to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$60.76–$354.42
Plane from Newcastle to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$759.47

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Newcastle to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.21–$759.47

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$120.25–$303.79
Train from Lancaster to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$126.58

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Dorchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$53.16–$120.25

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Lancaster to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.18–$49.37
Bus from Birmingham to Ringwood
Ave. Duration:
4h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.44–$50.63
Bus from Ringwood to Dorchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bournemouth
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$151.89–$468.34

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$53.16
Train from Lancaster to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$56.96

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Lancaster to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25
Train from Lancaster to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$21.52
Train from Carlisle to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$20.25

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from London Waterloo to Dorchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$202.52
Train from Woking to Dorchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$164.55
Train from Bournemouth to Dorchester
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$43.04
Train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Dorchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$88.60

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Cabot
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Dorchester?

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Dorchester is to bus which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 11h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster to Dorchester?

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Dorchester is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs $81.52 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Dorchester via Birmingham and Ringwood. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Dorchester South via Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Dorchester?

The distance between Lancaster and Dorchester is 589 km. The road distance is 436.3 km.

How do I travel from Lancaster to Dorchester without a car?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Dorchester without a car is to train via London which takes 5h 53m and costs $173.91 - $434.78 .

How long does it take to get from Lancaster to Dorchester?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Lancaster to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Dorchester bus from?

Lancaster to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lancaster station.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Dorchester train from?

Lancaster to Dorchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Dorchester is to train via London which takes 5h 53m and costs $173.91 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 11h 13m.

Where does the Lancaster to Dorchester bus arrive?

Lancaster to Dorchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Lancaster to Dorchester train arrive?

Lancaster to Dorchester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Dorchester is 436 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Lancaster to Dorchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Lancaster to Dorchester?

Book your Lancaster to Dorchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1364+ hotels available in Dorchester. Prices start at $42.91 per night.
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