Dartford to Bournemouth bus with National Express

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Compare train and coach for Dartford to Bournemouth

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Dartford to Bournemouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £71.

Distance: 167 km

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£16

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Cheapest

£81

Average Price

4h 18m

Average total duration

3h 48m

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30m

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3h 7m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 37m

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Live departures

Dartford to Bournemouth bus times

The table below shows live departures for Dartford to Bournemouth coaches for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 03:53
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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meinfernbus_flixbus12:00 Dartford
3h00
15:00 Bournemouth0 changesdirect
meinfernbus_flixbus21:30 Dartford
2h45
00:15 Bournemouth0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Dartford to Bournemouth

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Buses from Dartford to Bournemouth run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:12, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 167 km distance in 2h 45m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
167 km
Average bus duration
3h 48m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
8
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
2h 45m
First bus
04:12
Last bus
22:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Dartford to BournemouthYou can travel by bus between Dartford to Bournemouth with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 45m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Dartford to Bournemouth coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dartford to Bournemouth by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bournemouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Dartford to Bournemouth can start from as little as £15 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Dartford to Bournemouth is £20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Dartford to Bournemouth coach travel time is 5 h 6 min   for the 104 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Dartford to Bournemouth leaves at 04: 12. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Dartford to Bournemouth leaves at 20: 05.
There are 8 coaches a day from Dartford to Bournemouth which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Dartford to Bournemouth coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip from Dartford to Bournemouth as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Dartford to Bournemouth by coach is February.
You have options as you can travel to Bournemouth from Dartford 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Dartford to Bournemouth has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Dartford to Bournemouth.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Dartford to Bournemouth.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Dartford to Bournemouth.
    No, luggage for the coach from Dartford to Bournemouth needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Dartford to Bournemouth.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Dartford to Bournemouth.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Dartford to Bournemouth.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Dartford to Bournemouth.

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