Bus and Coach from Manchester to Dorchester: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Manchester to Dorchester

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

today

tomorrow

Thursday

Friday

£18

Saturday

£18

Sunday

£25

Monday

£18

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 45m	09:50	Manchester	Coach Station	20:35	Dorchester	South Station		Economy	£18	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 09:50:00 to South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 40m	10:55	Manchester	Coach Station	20:35	Dorchester	South Station		Economy	£18	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 09/05/2026 10:55:00 to South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 09/05/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	9h 40m	10:55	Manchester	Coach Station	20:35	Dorchester	South Station		Economy	£25	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 10/05/2026 10:55:00 to South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 10/05/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £25 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Manchester to Dorchester via Bournemouth, you can save more than £6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- National Express
  
  11h 50m
  
  0
  
  08:45
  
  Manchester
  Coach Station
  
  17:55
  
  Bournemouth
  Train Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £14
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 08:45:00 to Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 17:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 10m
- National Express
  
  0h 55m
  
  0
  
  19:40
  
  Bournemouth
  Train Station
  
  20:35
  
  Dorchester
  South Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £5
  
  A Bus from National Express goes from Train Station, Bournemouth (United Kingdom) at 08/05/2026 19:40:00 to South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 08/05/2026 20:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Travel time is 2h 10m longer, but you will save £6

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	National Express	10h 5m	10:15	Manchester	Coach Station	20:20	Dorchester	South Station		Economy	£18	A Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) at 11/05/2026 10:15:00 to South Station, Dorchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 11/05/2026 20:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Manchester to Dorchester is £18 on 08/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Manchester to Dorchester

Compare all providers like National Express that travel 1 times every day by bus from Manchester to Dorchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Manchester to Dorchester starting from £18!

Cheapest Bus	£18
Fastest Bus	9h 40m
Earliest Coach	09:50
Latest Coach	10:15
Daily Bus Connections	1 Ø
Distance	308.1 km
Coach Companies	National Express

Cheapest coach connections from Manchester to Dorchester

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

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 04/05

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 06/05

Thursday 07/05

Friday 08/05

£18

Saturday 09/05

£18

Sunday 10/05

£25

Monday 11/05

£18

Tuesday 12/05

£18

Wednesday 13/05

£18

Thursday 14/05

£18

Friday 15/05

£18

Saturday 16/05

£20

Sunday 17/05

£20

Monday 18/05

£18

Tuesday 19/05

£18

Wednesday 20/05

£18

Thursday 21/05

£18

Friday 22/05

£18

Saturday 23/05

£18

Sunday 24/05

£20

Monday 25/05

£19

Tuesday 26/05

£18

Wednesday 27/05

£18

Thursday 28/05

£22

Friday 29/05

£19

Saturday 30/05

£20

Sunday 31/05

How to save money travelling from Manchester to Dorchester

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 Manchester to Dorchester 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 Manchester to Dorchester, 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 Manchester to Dorchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Manchester to Dorchester

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

National Express from Manchester to Dorchester

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

Cheapest Price	£18
Fastest Coach	9h 40m
Earliest Coach	09:50
Last Coach	10:15
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	11/04/2026

All bus stations and stops in Manchester and Dorchester

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

Coach Station

Chorlton St

Corporation St

Hanover Street 2

Moss Lane East Station

Manchester (Moss Lane East) Manchester (Moss Lane East)

Shudehill Interchange

Shudehill

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

Talbot Rd

South Station

Station Approach

Dorchester West Train Station

Maiden Newton Train Station

Service and Comfort on the bus from Manchester to Dorchester

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

FAQs about the Manchester to Dorchester bus

How much does a Manchester - Dorchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Manchester - Dorchester bus trip is available from £18 and takes 10h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Manchester to Dorchester is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £18 to £25. 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 Manchester - Dorchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Manchester to Dorchester is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Dorchester from Manchester take?

The quickest coach from Manchester to Dorchester is provided by National Express and takes 9h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £18. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Manchester to Dorchester?

The earliest bus to Dorchester departs from Manchester at 09:50. 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 Manchester to Dorchester?

The latest bus to Dorchester departs from Manchester at 10:15. 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 Manchester - Dorchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Manchester to Dorchester 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 Manchester and Dorchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Manchester and Dorchester 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 Dorchester from Manchester?

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 Manchester Dorchester 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 Manchester Dorchester 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 Manchester to Dorchester on your planned travel date.

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

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 1 daily trips between Manchester and Dorchester. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Manchester to Dorchester?

Prices and availability for 1 trips between Manchester and Dorchester change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Manchester and to Dorchester

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