There are a variety of ways to access and get around the Jurassic Coast. For planning your journey by public transport, please visit Traveline's website or call 0871 200 2233. Here you'll be able to find information on public transport across the UK.
By Bus
The Jurassic Coaster bus services are one of the great ways to explore the Jurassic Coast. Buses operate from Poole to Axminster, and from Lyme Regis to Seaton.
The Jurassic Coaster services stop at a number of towns and villages along the coast, including Axminster, Bridport, Dorchester and Weymouth.
One of the Jurassic Coaster's routes is the X54, which runs from Weymouth to Poole via Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and Wool train station. Please note this is a Monday-Friday service only.
By Rail
There are three main railway lines that connect the Jurassic Coast area with London and the rest of the UK.
The first is the South Western Railway line which runs from Weymouth through Dorchester South, Wareham, Poole and onwards up to London Waterloo.
The second runs further west and connects Exeter with London Waterloo. This service calls at Axminster, from which the Jurassic Coaster bus service can be picked up for travel to the coast.
Great Western Railway
A third line runs from Weymouth through Dorchester West up towards Bristol.
By Road
If you plan to visit the Jurassic Coast by car, it is a good idea to familiarise yourself with the best routes available in advance of setting out, as the roads do get busy – especially during peak holiday times. There are no motorways near the Jurassic Coast (other than the M5 coming from the north down to Exeter).
Please note that if you put 'Jurassic Coast' into your sat nav it will take you to a random location midway along the coast that does not have access to the beach. Please put in a specific town or location.
Main Roads to access the Jurassic Coast
The A35 runs west from Poole through Dorchester, Bridport and Charmouth, where it connects with the A3052, which begins in Lyme Regis and runs through East Devon to Exeter.
Just west of Poole, the A35 connects to the A351 which runs through Wareham and gives access to the Isle of Purbeck.
From Poole it is also possible to take the chain ferry across Poole Harbour from Sandbanks to Studland which gives east access to Old Harry Rocks, Swanage and the eastern end of the Jurassic Coast. Queues for the chain ferry at peak times can be long.
Electric Car Charging Points
If you're visiting the Jurassic Coast with an electric car, it's essential to know where your nearest charging point is. Visit CarWow's interactive map to search for charging points on and around the Jurassic Coast.
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