How much is the bus ticket from London to Dorchester?

The cheapest bus tickets from London to Dorchester start from $23. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from London to Dorchester?

The average bus travel time from London to Dorchester is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 178 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by National Express .

Which bus companies service the London to Dorchester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Dorchester?

The earliest bus departs from London to Dorchester at 2:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Dorchester?

A bus trip from London to Dorchester generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus from London to Dorchester starting at $20 | Compare & Save up to 60%

Next bus departures

Next departures for London to Dorchester on January 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 10m	8:10pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 10m	8:10pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags
Bus	2:25pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 45m	8:10pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags
Bus	2:25pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 45m	8:10pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Dorchester on January 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:00pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 35m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 35m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	Fastest
Bus	4:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 35m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 35m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Dorchester on January 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:55pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 40m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 5m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	Fastest
Bus	4:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 5m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags
Bus	2:55pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 40m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Dorchester on January 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:55pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 40m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 5m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	Fastest
Bus	4:30pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 5m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags
Bus	2:55pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 40m	8:35pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Dorchester on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 20m	8:20pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 20m	8:20pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags
Bus	2:55pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 25m	8:20pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags
Bus	2:55pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 25m	8:20pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Dorchester on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 10m	8:10pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	4:00pm	Victoria Coach Station	4h 10m	8:10pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags
Bus	2:25pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 45m	8:10pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags
Bus	2:25pm	Stop SC - Hammersmith Bridge Rd.	5h 45m	8:10pm	Dorchester South Rail Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Dorchester

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dorchester. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

185 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$23 - $76	Average Duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$20 - $461	Average Duration2h 48m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $25	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529,869 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.4

According to 12 reviews, National Express received a 4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location, but some complained about the value for money. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at $23

National Express London Dorchester recent customer reviews

Couldn’t charge my phone, can do this on the train. This is important as my journey was 5 hours

Ellie P.

December 8, 2023

Friendly drivers. Good service. Coach left on time from coach station. I would book again.

Nickolas W.

October 25, 2018

Timing was late

Nesmila N.

August 6, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Dorchester by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from London to Dorchester?
The cheapest bus tickets from London to Dorchester start from $23. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from London to Dorchester?
The average bus travel time from London to Dorchester is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 178 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the London to Dorchester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from London to Dorchester?
The earliest bus departs from London to Dorchester at 2:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from London to Dorchester?
A bus trip from London to Dorchester generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-20

$31

01-21

$31

Today

$32

01-23

$34

01-24

$32

01-25

$44

01-26

$29

01-27

$29

The cheapest trip from London to Dorchester was searched and found on Jan 26, 2026 with a price of $29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from London to Dorchester, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $29 to $80 for a bus ticket from London to Dorchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2026-01-26.