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How to get from Bristol to North Dorset by train?

From Bristol to North Dorset by train

To get from Bristol to North Dorset in South West, take the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from Bristol Temple Meads station to Salisbury station. Next, take the SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY train from Salisbury station to Gillingham (Dorset) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min.

117min
Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
Leaves from Bristol Temple Meads
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bristol
  • 2
    Train - GREAT WESTERN RAILWAYGREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY
    Portsmouth Harbour
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salisbury
    74 min
  • 4
    Train - SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAYSOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Wait for train
    SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY
    Exeter St Davids
  • 5
    Ride to train station Gillingham (Dorset)
    Ride to train station
    Gillingham (Dorset)
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Bristol to North Dorset
The distance between Bristol, South West and North Dorset, South West is approximately 74.26 mi, which can typically be travelled in 117 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bristol to North Dorset by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in South West – you will always have plenty of easy options.
Public transport stations close to Bristol

Bristol is located at Bristol, South West and the nearest public transport station is Bristol Temple Meads.

Bus stations close to Bristol:

  • Bristol Temple Meads
  • Temple Meads Stn, Temple Meads
  • Temple Way, Temple Meads

Ferry stations close to Bristol:

  • Castle Park Ferry Landing, Broadmead
  • Temple Meads Station Ferry Landing, Temple Meads
  • SS Great Britain Ferry Landing, Harbour
Public transport stations close to North Dorset, South West

North Dorset is located at North Dorset, South West and the nearest public transport station is Gillingham High St (Opp. School Road), Gillingham.

Bus stations close to North Dorset:

  • Gillingham High St (Opp. School Road), Gillingham
  • Station Road Top, Gillingham
  • Gillingham School, Gillingham
Questions & Answers
  • What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to North Dorset?

    The fastest way takes 117 minutes, using Bus line GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY, Bus line SOUTH WESTERN RAILWAY.

  • Is there a direct train between Bristol and North Dorset in South West?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 57 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bristol to North Dorset in South West?

    The GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train line goes from Portsmouth Harbour station near Bristol to Salisbury station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Salisbury station near North Dorset in South West

  • How long does it take to travel from Bristol to North Dorset in South West by train?

    The total travel time between Bristol and North Dorset in South West by train is about 1 hr 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Bristol to get to North Dorset in South West?

    Get on the GREAT WESTERN RAILWAY train from the Portsmouth Harbour station near Bristol in South West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Bristol and North Dorset in South West?

    Get off the train at the Salisbury station, which is closest to North Dorset in South West.

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