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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Bournemouth
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Dorchester
    Destination location: Dorchester South Rail Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $9
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Bournemouth
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Dorchester
    Destination location: Dorchester South Rail Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $9
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Bournemouth
    Departure location: Talbot Campus S-bound
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Dorchester
    Destination location: Dorchester South Rail Station
    Operated by: National ExpressNational Express
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $9
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Bournemouth
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Dorchester
    Destination location: Dorchester South Rail Station
    Operated by: InfobusInfobus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $11
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Bournemouth
    Departure location: Coach Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Dorchester
    Destination location: Dorchester South Rail Station
    Operated by: InfobusInfobus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $13
Bus Bournemouth to Dorchester: Trip Overview

Bus Bournemouth to Dorchester: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$12
Average bus trip duration55m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure12:35 PM
Distance25 miles (40 km)
Latest bus departure7:30 PM

Bournemouth to Dorchester Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:35PM - 7:30PM
Minimum Price$7
Average Ticket Price$12
Minimum Trip Duration45m
Average Bus Trip Duration55m
Distance25 miles (40 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteNational Express, Infobus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Bournemouth - Dorchester

You can take a bus or a train to go from Bournemouth to Dorchester. The two options are convenient and eco-friendly ways to reach Dorchester. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

On average, the trip from Bournemouth to Dorchester takes around 55m, although the fastest bus will take 45m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 25 miles (40 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Bournemouth and Dorchester is 25 miles (40 km).

About 3 buses travel this route daily, provided by National Express and Infobus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Bournemouth to Dorchester may vary. Simplify your trip from Bournemouth to Dorchester by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service operates between 12:35 PM and 7:30 PM.

Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. With prices starting at $8, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

You can expect to pay around $12 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $8 and $17, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Yes, a day trip from Bournemouth to Dorchester is definitely doable. The round-trip travel time is around 1h 30m. This allows for plenty of time to explore the sights in Dorchester before returning to Bournemouth in the evening.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Bournemouth to Dorchester.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bournemouth to Dorchester, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Bournemouth to Dorchester.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Bournemouth to Dorchester while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Bournemouth to Dorchester?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time55mAvg Price$12Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time46mAvg Price$21Daily Departures11

The best way to travel between Bournemouth and Dorchester is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $12 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $8. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Dorchester, choose the bus, as it will take you from Bournemouth to Dorchester in about 46m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Bournemouth by bus?

Bus from Dorchester to Bournemouth

You can also go to Dorchester by train

Train from Bournemouth to Dorchester

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