How to get to Manchester from Dorchester

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Compare coach, train and flight for Dorchester to Manchester

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dorchester to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £134.

Distance: 308 km

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£134

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The cheapest way to travel from Dorchester to Manchester is a coach with an average price of £39.

This is compared to other travel options from Dorchester to Manchester:

A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dorchester to Manchester costing on average £95.

A coach is £95 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dorchester to Manchester costing on average £134.

The fastest way to travel from Dorchester to Manchester is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 48m.

Coach takes on average 9h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Dorchester and Manchester including taking a coach, train and flight.

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from Dorchester to Manchester

How to get to Manchester from Dorchester by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Dorchester to Manchester is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • National Express
    9:209h40
    Dorchester
    19:00Manchester
    £251One-way
    0 changes

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  • National Express
    9:209h40
    Dorchester
    19:00Manchester
    £251One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • National Express
    9:209h40
    Dorchester
    19:00Manchester
    £251One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Dorchester to Manchester

Travel to Manchester easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Dorchester to Manchester.

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There are 3 options to travel between Dorchester and Manchester including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Dorchester to Manchester is a coach with an average price of £39.

This is compared to other travel options from Dorchester to Manchester:

A coach is £56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dorchester to Manchester costing on average £95.

A coach is £95 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dorchester to Manchester costing on average £134.

The fastest way to travel from Dorchester to Manchester is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Manchester take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 48m.

Coach takes on average 9h 30m.

The Dorchester to Manchester distance is approximately 308 km.
The average frequency per day from Dorchester to Manchester is:
  • Around 6 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Dorchester and Manchester as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Dorchester to Manchester:
  • Flights mostly depart from Southampton Airport and arrive in Manchester Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Dorchester South (DCH) and arrive in Manchester Piccadilly (MAN).
  • Coaches mostly depart from Dorchester, South Railway Station and arrive in Manchester, Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Dorchester to Manchester, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with CrossCountry, South Western Railway to go to Manchester by train.
  • Travel with Loganair to go to Manchester by flight.
  • Travel with National Express to go to Manchester by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Dorchester to Manchester:
  • 6 direct flights per day with Loganair.
Omio customers who travel from Dorchester to Manchester often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Liverpool, Edinburgh, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Manchester and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Dorchester to Manchester, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Manchester, you can explore Old Trafford, the iconic stadium of Manchester United, and the Northern Quarter, known for its independent shops and street art. Enjoy performances at the Manchester Opera House and experience the vibrant nightlife at Deansgate Locks. Relax at Heaton Park, one of Europe's largest municipal parks. Visit the Manchester Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Museum. Admire Manchester Cathedral's Gothic architecture and the John Rylands Library's rare collections. Stroll through Castlefield, with its Roman ruins and picturesque canals.
A stay of 2 to 4 days in Manchester is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, including museums, historical sites, and vibrant neighbourhoods.

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