Bus and Coach from Dorchester to Bournemouth: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Dorchester to Bournemouth

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Dorchester to Bournemouth from various bus operators like National Express for the next days.

today

£4

tomorrow

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

£5

Saturday

£5

Sunday

£6

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	1h 0m	09:10	Dorchester	South Station	10:10	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£4	A Bus from National Express goes from South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) at 04/05/2026 09:10:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/05/2026 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
	National Express	0h 45m	09:10	Dorchester	South Station	09:55	Bournemouth	University		Economy	£4	A Bus from National Express goes from South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) at 04/05/2026 09:10:00 to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/05/2026 09:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	0h 45m	09:10	Dorchester	South Station	09:55	Bournemouth	University		Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 09:10:00 to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 09:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
	National Express	1h 0m	09:10	Dorchester	South Station	10:10	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 09:10:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Dorchester to Bournemouth via Weymouth, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  Save more than 1%
  
  1h 20m
  
  Dorchester
  
  11 km
  
  08:50
  
  Weymouth
  Esplanade
  
  10:10
  
  Bournemouth
  Train Station
  
  0 km
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Esplanade, Weymouth (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 08:50:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	0h 45m	09:10	Dorchester	South Station	09:55	Bournemouth	University		Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 09:10:00 to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/05/2026 09:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m
	National Express	1h 0m	09:10	Dorchester	South Station	10:10	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£5	A Bus from National Express goes from South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 09:10:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/05/2026 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Dorchester to Bournemouth via Weymouth, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  Save more than 1%
  
  1h 20m
  
  Dorchester
  
  11 km
  
  08:50
  
  Weymouth
  Esplanade
  
  10:10
  
  Bournemouth
  Train Station
  
  0 km
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Esplanade, Weymouth (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 08:50:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/05/2026 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	1h 0m	09:10	Dorchester	South Station	10:10	Bournemouth	Train Station		Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 09:10:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
	National Express	0h 45m	09:10	Dorchester	South Station	09:55	Bournemouth	University		Economy	£6	A Bus from National Express goes from South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 09:10:00 to University, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 09:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Dorchester to Bournemouth via Weymouth, you can save more than £0? You will find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  Save more than 1%
  
  1h 20m
  
  Dorchester
  
  11 km
  
  08:50
  
  Weymouth
  Esplanade
  
  10:10
  
  Bournemouth
  Train Station
  
  0 km
  
  Economy
  
  £6
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Esplanade, Weymouth (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 08:50:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 10:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 20m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Dorchester to Bournemouth is £4 on 04/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Dorchester to Bournemouth

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 2 times every day by bus from Dorchester to Bournemouth in one click! Book your bus ticket from Dorchester to Bournemouth starting from £4!

Cheapest Bus	£4
Fastest Bus	0h 45m
Earliest Coach	09:10
Latest Coach	09:10
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	39.5 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Dorchester to Bournemouth

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Dorchester for Bournemouth: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/05/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 04/05

£4

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 06/05

Thursday 07/05

Friday 08/05

£5

Saturday 09/05

£5

Sunday 10/05

£6

Monday 11/05

£4

Tuesday 12/05

£4

Wednesday 13/05

£4

Thursday 14/05

£4

Friday 15/05

£5

Saturday 16/05

£5

Sunday 17/05

£5

Monday 18/05

£4

Tuesday 19/05

£4

Wednesday 20/05

£4

Thursday 21/05

£4

Friday 22/05

£6

Saturday 23/05

£5

Sunday 24/05

£5

Monday 25/05

£4

Tuesday 26/05

£4

Wednesday 27/05

£4

Thursday 28/05

£5

Friday 29/05

£5

Saturday 30/05

£6

Sunday 31/05

How to save money travelling from Dorchester to Bournemouth

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Dorchester to Bournemouth in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Dorchester to Bournemouth, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Dorchester to Bournemouth are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Dorchester to Bournemouth

These are the most booked bus companies between Dorchester to Bournemouth from our users.

National Express from Dorchester to Bournemouth

Here you will find the key facts about the National Express bus route Dorchester to Bournemouth:

Cheapest Price	£4
Fastest Coach	0h 45m
Earliest Coach	09:10
Last Coach	09:10
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	10/04/2026

All bus stations and stops in Dorchester and Bournemouth

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Dorchester and Bournemouth.

South Station

Station Approach

Dorchester West Train Station

Maiden Newton Train Station

Central Coach Station

Bournemouth Bus Station

University

Fern Barrow

Westbourne

Poole Rd

Square

Gervis Pl 9

Chapel Gate

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Dorchester to Bournemouth? Compare all modes of transports from Dorchester to Bournemouth.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Dorchester to Bournemouth

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Dorchester to Bournemouth? Or which bus companies serve the route Dorchester to Bournemouth? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Dorchester to Bournemouth bus

How much does a Dorchester - Bournemouth coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Dorchester - Bournemouth bus trip is available from £4 and takes 1h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Dorchester to Bournemouth?

The connection Dorchester to Bournemouth is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £4 to £6. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Dorchester - Bournemouth route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Dorchester to Bournemouth is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Bournemouth from Dorchester take?

The quickest coach from Dorchester to Bournemouth is provided by National Express and takes 0h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £4. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Dorchester to Bournemouth?

The earliest bus to Bournemouth departs from Dorchester at 09:10. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Dorchester to Bournemouth?

The latest bus to Bournemouth departs from Dorchester at 09:10. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Dorchester - Bournemouth route?

Passengers looking to travel from Dorchester to Bournemouth can travel with National Express. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Dorchester and Bournemouth?

You can check all the direct connections between Dorchester and Bournemouth by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express.

What can I take with me on the bus to Bournemouth from Dorchester?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Dorchester Bournemouth bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Dorchester Bournemouth bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Dorchester to Bournemouth on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Dorchester to Bournemouth?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Dorchester to Bournemouth

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Dorchester and to Bournemouth

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Dorchester and to Bournemouth. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!