How to get to Durdle Door from London

Planning a trip to the most iconic limestone arch in the UK – Durdle Door from London? Dorset proudly boasts zero miles of motorway within the county, so be prepared for endless country roads and passing through picturesque villages. Of course, we’re accessible by public transport as well, if you’re planning a car free holiday.

Remember, you don’t have to do it all in one day! We’ve got a selection of accommodation available to help you turn your day visit into an unforgettable holiday… Explore accommodation here.

Here are the best routes to Durdle Door from London by car, train and bus…

Durdle Door beach – making the journey worthwhile!

How to get to Durdle Door from London by car

You’ll need to leave the M25 going southbound at junction 12. Follow the M3 until it turns into M27 just outside Southampton, which then becomes the A31 at Cadnam. This road will take you through the New Forest – stop off for photos and a picnic with wild ponies! – keep following the A31 through Ferndown – then you’ll start to hit proper Dorset countryside and small villages towards Bere Regis, past Monkey World (be sure to visit on the way!), Wool and on to Durdle Door. Breathe a sigh of fresh, sea air when you arrive and begin to relax.

How do I get to Durdle Door by public transport?

How to get to Durdle Door from London by train

Southwest Trains offers regular services from London Waterloo to Wool, which is the nearest train station to Durdle Door. On the London Waterloo to Weymouth line, you’ll be on the train for nearly its entire journey and this will take between 2 and 1/4 hours and 2 and 1/2 hours depending on if you hop on the fast train or not. Discounted train tickets can sometimes be found on TheTrainline.com. From Wool station, you can grab a taxi directly to Durdle Door which will take just under 10 minutes and cost around £15. Alternatively, there may be buses available to make the journey from Wool to Durdle Door, depending on the time of year.

How to get to Durdle Door from London by bus

National Express Coaches run several services a day from London Victoria Coach station, which is the main hub from which you can reach Dorset to Poole, which is one of the closest big towns to Durdle Door. From Poole during the summer season, you can take the Purbeck Breezer 40 to Swanage and then hop on the X50 straight to Durdle Door.  During the winter season you will need to take the Purbeck Breezer 40 to Swanage followed by the X54 Jurassic Coaster.

Walk down the steep cliff to arrive at this view point.

If you fancy easy access to the South West Coastal path and being only a short walk from the famous Durdle Door arch check out our range of 2 and 3 bed holiday homes, some of which are pet friendly.

Skylight Cabins – Perfect for a luxurious glamping get away.  We also have a handful of Shepherd’s Huts in our glamping collection; a mere 200m from the coastal path, they are ideal for walkers, cyclists and all those who like to travel light, while out exploring the Jurassic Coast.  Our Camping Pods could be the perfect solution for those of you who don’t want the hassle of bringing/putting up a tent.

Touring & Camping – If you would prefer to bring your own accommodation we have a range of pitches for tents, trailer tents, roof tents, caravans, motorhomes and campervans.

Browse our wide range of  accommodation options to find something to suit you.