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Plymouth to Dorchester

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156 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Plymouth to Dorchester

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Cheapest
By car (156 km)
1 h 51 min
156 km.
from $8
Other
Rideshare
1 h 51 min
156 km.
from $5.93
Train
4 h 27 min
126 km.
from $188.64
Train, bus via Axminster
5 h 52 min
126 km.
from $5.43
Bus
7 h 5 min
126 km.
Train, Bus
5 h 46 min
126 km.
from $143.25

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Plymouth to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60
Train from Exeter St Davids to Castle
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$40.50–$94.93
Train from Castle Cary to Dorchester
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$21.52–$55.69
Train from Exeter St Davids to Axminster
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.99–$49.37

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Plymouth to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$46.83–$101.26

South Western Railway

Phone:
0345 6000 650
Website:
southwesternrailway.com/
Train from Exeter St Davids to Castle
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$37.97–$88.60
Train from Exeter St Davids to Axminster
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.99–$43.04
Train from Exeter St Davids to Yeovil
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$32.91–$75.95

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Plymouth Armada Bus Station to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Stagecoach South West

Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Plymouth Armada Bus Station to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.81–$6.96
Bus from Miller & Carter to Rail
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.67–$5.06

South West Coaches

Phone:
01935 475 872
Email:
Website:
southwestcoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Bus Station to The
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.33–$9.49

First in Wessex Dorset & South Somerset

Phone:
+44 345 602 0121
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/wessex-dorset-south-somerset
Bus from Rail Station to Bus
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Bus from Bus Station to The
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Dorchester is to drive which costs $30.43 - $45.65 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Dorchester is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Armada Bus Station and arriving at The Museum via Miller & Carter, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Dorchester?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Dorchester. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Dorchester West via Exeter St Davids and Castle Cary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Dorchester?

The distance between Plymouth and Dorchester is 228 km. The road distance is 156.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Dorchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $81.52 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Plymouth to Dorchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Dorchester bus from?

Plymouth to Dorchester bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Plymouth Armada Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Dorchester train from?

Plymouth to Dorchester train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Dorchester?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Dorchester is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs $81.52 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Plymouth to Dorchester bus arrive?

Plymouth to Dorchester bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Exeter Honiton Road Park and Ride station.

Where does the Plymouth to Dorchester train arrive?

Plymouth to Dorchester train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Dorchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Dorchester is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Plymouth to Dorchester.

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

Book your Plymouth to Dorchester train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Dorchester?

There are 1343+ hotels available in Dorchester. Prices start at $44.36 per night.
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