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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Dorchester South Rail Station | Coach Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Dorchester South Rail Station | Talbot Campus S-bound | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Dorchester South Rail Station | Coach Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dorchester South Rail Station | Talbot Campus S-bound | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Dorchester to Bournemouth
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Bournemouth. The journey takes about 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 29742 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. National Express ticket prices on this trip start at £6
National Express Dorchester Bournemouth recent customer reviews
Very good service, extremely good value for money, bus on time on both journeys , very helpful friendly staff
Rebecca W.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Dorchester to Bournemouth
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Dorchester to Bournemouth?
The cheapest coach tickets from Dorchester to Bournemouth start from £6. The average price for this route is around £7. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Dorchester to Bournemouth?
The average bus journey time from Dorchester to Bournemouth is 45m, covering a distance of 24 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 45m and is operated by National Express.
Which bus companies service the Dorchester to Bournemouth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dorchester to Bournemouth?
The earliest bus departs from Dorchester to Bournemouth at 09:10. And the latest bus departs at 09:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dorchester to Bournemouth?
A bus journey from Dorchester to Bournemouth produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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.
The cheapest trip from Dorchester to Bournemouth was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £5To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dorchester to Bournemouth as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £5 to £10 for a bus ticket from Dorchester to Bournemouth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £5, which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dorchester to Bournemouth?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
